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Pros: Was able to make friends on board. Cons: Driver was not too friendly Could improve on that. Tips: It was a good experience.
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There are usually 12 daily train trips available from New Carrollton to Philadelphia.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 164.56 | Avg. PriceRON 267.69 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips4 | Daily Trips12 |
Duration | Duration4h 22m | Duration1h 45m |
There are 8 intercity buses per day from New Carrollton to Philadelphia. Traveling by bus from New Carrollton to Philadelphia usually takes around 4 hours and 21 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 114 mi (184 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 55m |
| Cheapest price | RON 121.54 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |

Average score for buses from New Carrollton to Philadelphia
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
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Pros: Was able to make friends on board. Cons: Driver was not too friendly Could improve on that. Tips: It was a good experience.
Bus tickets for a trip from New Carrollton to Philadelphia cost RON 147.39 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 29 days in advance to save RON 86.23 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from New Carrollton to Philadelphia. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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| Greyhound | 8 | 4h 21m | RON 210.20 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 8 bus trips from New Carrollton to Philadelphia every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 21 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Philadelphia usually start from RON 122.
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 21 minutes to cover the 114 miles from New Carrollton to Philadelphia. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 55 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Philadelphia. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New Carrollton to Philadelphia, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from New Carrollton to Philadelphia every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New Carrollton to Philadelphia; ticket prices start at RON 50.51.
New Carrollton is a small town in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, located about 13 miles northeast of the nation's capital. Much of the city is residential, with services typical for a suburb, including a shopping mall, grocery stores, several restaurants, and so on. A true hidden gem in the area is Greenbelt Park, a forested park with 172 campsites and nine miles of trails perfect for an escape to nature.
A few hotels in New Carrollton and neighboring Lanham welcome D.C. visitors who would rather not pay downtown prices. It's easy to reach D.C. from the New Carrollton station, which connects to the Washington Metro's Orange Line and the MARC trains that serve Maryland. It takes just 11 minutes to reach Union Station in D.C. from New Carrollton on the Metro.
The New Carrollton train station is also a stop for Amtrak trains heading north. The Northeast Regional departing from D.C. makes its first stop in New Carrollton before continuing on to Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. In addition, bus lines provide service to New Carrollton from as far away as Indianapolis or St. Louis. For those who prefer to fly, the nearest major airport is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.



We may feel a little bit more than just brotherly love for Philadelphia, a city steeped in history and culture. Where else can you channel your inner Rocky Balboa on his epic run, and later enjoy an authentic Philly cheesesteak as a reward?
Philadelphia’s affordability (especially compared to other East Coast cities) is just one of many reasons it is among Wanderu’s best destinations for college students. Another reason is how much there is to do! Early American history takes precedence at Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, while museums abound on Benjamin Franklin Parkway, sometimes called the most artistic mile in the city. Head to Reading Terminal Market to fuel up for a night hitting the bars, clubs, and live music joints that line South Street.
Philadelphia is a major hub for both Greyhound and Amtrak, and its 30th Street Station is one of the busiest stations in the country. The plentitude of ground travel and the nearby Philadelphia International Airport make this exciting city very easily accessible, even on a budget.
Most buses depart from the main station in New Carrollton.
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All buses from New Carrollton arrive at one main station in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Bus Terminal
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