Philadelphia to Washington DC Trip Overview
Distance 198 km (123.8 miles) | |
Price range US$ 12-US$ 549 | |
Ride Duration Range 1h 41m-3h 30m | |
Earliest Departure 05:50 | |
Latest Departure 23:30 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Philadelphia to Washington DC
Fastest bus: 2h 40m
Cheapest bus: US$ 20

About the ride from Philadelphia to Washington DC
Philadelphia to Washington DC Route Information
The distance between Philadelphia and Washington DC is 124 miles, or approximately 198 kilometers.
There are 3 ways to get from Philadelphia to Washington DC, including train,flight,bus.
The earliest departure leaves at 05:50 and has a duration of 3 hours 30 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by train, which takes approximately 1 hour 41 minutes.
Philadelphia to Washington DC by train
- Starting Price: US$ 12
- 141 departures a day, or 987 departures a week
There are 4 travel classes for this journey, including: Economy, Business, First Class and Business Class.
Each train ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all train options.
Philadelphia to Washington DC by flight
The only travel class available is Economy.
Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all flight options.
Philadelphia to Washington DC by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 20
- 27 departures a day, or 189 departures a week
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Luxury and Standard.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
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