What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Pontiac?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Pontiac is to drive which costs $110 - $160 and takes 10h.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Pontiac?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Pontiac is to fly and train which takes 6h 32m and costs $95 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Pontiac. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia and arriving at Phoenix Center via Harrisburg Bus Station and Jefferson + Griswold. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 1m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Pontiac?

The distance between Philadelphia and Pontiac is 509 miles. The road distance is 603.7 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Pontiac without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Pontiac without a car is to train and bus via Pittsburgh which takes 17h 49m and costs $100 - $440.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Pontiac?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Philadelphia to Pontiac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Pontiac bus from?

Philadelphia to Pontiac bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Pontiac bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Pontiac bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Pontiac is 604 miles. It takes approximately 10h to drive from Philadelphia to Pontiac.

Where can I stay near Pontiac?

There are 270+ hotels available in Pontiac.

Philadelphia to Pontiac - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Philadelphia to Pontiac by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly from Philadelphia International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Detroit (DTW)PHL - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Station
6h 32m
$100–267
Train to Laguardia Airport, fly, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Detroit (DTW)LGA - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Station
8h 50m
$76–842
Train, bus via Pittsburgh
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Station
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Detroit Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Jefferson + Griswold to Phoenix Center462
17h 49m
$104–433
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Station
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Toledo
3. Take the bus from Toledo to Detroit
19h 46m
Drive 600.2 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Pontiac600.2 mi
10h
$110–159
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Liberty International Airport
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Detroit (DTW)EWR - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Station
7h 8m
$77–429
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to BWI Thurgood Marshall
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Detroit (DTW)BWI - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Station
7h 21m
$112–928
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Harrisburg Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Detroit Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Jefferson + Griswold to Phoenix Center462
18h 1m
$107–182

Philadelphia to Pontiac by train, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

17h 49mAverage Duration

$104Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 506.1 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Pontiac, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Philadelphia to Phoenix Center via Harrisburg Bus Station, Detroit Bus Station, and Jefferson + Griswold in around 18h 1m.

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