What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to New Castle County?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to New Castle County is to train and line 040 bus via Us Rt 40 @ Walther Rd which costs $4 - $6 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to New Castle County?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to New Castle County is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $7 - $11.

How far is it from Philadelphia to New Castle County?

The distance between Philadelphia and New Castle County is 38 miles. The road distance is 39.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to New Castle County without a car is to train and line 040 bus which takes 1h 23m and costs $8 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to New Castle County?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Philadelphia to New Castle County, including transfers.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to New Castle County?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to New Castle County is 40 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Philadelphia to New Castle County.

Where can I stay near New Castle County?

There are 127+ hotels available in New Castle County.

Philadelphia to New Castle County - 4 ways to travel via train

There are 4 ways to get from Philadelphia to New Castle County by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 040 bus
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Wilmingtontrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the bus from King St @ 3Rd St to Us 40 @ Best Western Plus Hotelbus 040
1h 23m
$8–19
Train, line 040 bus via Us Rt 40 @ Walther Rd
cheapest
1. Take the train from Suburban Station to Wilmingtontrain Wil
2. Take the bus from King St @ 3Rd St to Us Rt 40 @ Walther Rdbus 040
2h 4m
$5–6
Drive 39.5 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to New Castle Countycar 39.5 mi
51 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Philadelphia to New Castle Countytaxi 39.5 mi
51 min
$130–160

Philadelphia to New Castle County by train and bus

218Weekly Services

1h 23mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and New Castle County, DE, USA?

There is no direct connection from Philadelphia to New Castle County. However, you can take the train to Wilmington, walk to King St @ 3Rd St, then take the line 040 bus to Us 40 @ Best Western Plus Hotel. Alternatively, you can take a train from Suburban Station to Us Rt 40 @ Walther Rd via Wilmington and King St @ 3Rd St in around 2h 4m.

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