What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to New Britain?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to New Britain is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to New Britain?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to New Britain is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and New Britain?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to New Britain. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia and arriving at New Britain via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to New Britain?

The distance between Philadelphia and New Britain is 198 miles. The road distance is 195.3 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to New Britain without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to New Britain without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to New Britain?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Philadelphia to New Britain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to New Britain bus from?

Philadelphia to New Britain bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Philadelphia station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to New Britain?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to New Britain is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $50 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $100 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Philadelphia to New Britain bus arrive?

Philadelphia to New Britain bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to New Britain?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to New Britain is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Philadelphia to New Britain.

How do I get a bus ticket from Philadelphia to New Britain?

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Where can I stay near New Britain?

There are 172+ hotels available in New Britain.

Philadelphia to New Britain - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Philadelphia to New Britain by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Meridentrain Vermonter / ...
5h 3m
$54–116
Bus via Main St @ Atheneum Sq (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Hartford Union Stationbus FlixBus 2610
6h 33m
$35–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New York - Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Philadelphia
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to New Britainbus Greyhound US0255s
6h 30m
$43–99
Drive 194.2 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to New Britaincar 194.2 mi
3h 51m
$36–52
Fly, line 101 bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Bradley International Airport (BDL)plane PHL - BDL
2. Take the bus from Main St @ Atheneum Sq to CTfastrak Downtown New Britain Stn @ Bay Lbus
4h 7m
$60–431
Train via New Haven (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to New Haventrain Northeast Regional / ...
6h 29m
$44–675

Philadelphia to New Britain by train and bus (Amtrak)

21Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and New Britain, CT, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Meriden 3 times a day. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia to New Britain via Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 6h 30m.

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