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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Philadelphia to New Carrollton?
There are usually 9 daily train trips available from Philadelphia to New Carrollton.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€30.09 | Avg. Price€48.22 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips9 |
Duration | Duration3h 10m | Duration1h 46m |
Bus from Philadelphia to New Carrollton: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Philadelphia to New Carrollton. Traveling by bus from Philadelphia to New Carrollton usually takes around 3 hours and 10 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 114 mi (184 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 10m |
| Cheapest price | €28.20 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Philadelphia to New Carrollton?
Bus tickets for a trip from Philadelphia to New Carrollton cost €29.17 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.
Average bus ticket prices from Philadelphia to New Carrollton by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Philadelphia to New Carrollton in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from €28 to €41. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on April 23, 2025.
If you’re looking to travel to New Carrollton this week, bus tickets are available starting at €28.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 28 days in advance to save up to €6.84.
What bus companies travel from Philadelphia to New Carrollton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Philadelphia to New Carrollton. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 3h 10m | €33.43 |
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 1 bus trips from Philadelphia to New Carrollton every day, with the average journey taking around 3 hours and 10 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New Carrollton usually start from €28.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Philadelphia to New Carrollton
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 114 miles from Philadelphia to New Carrollton. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Philadelphia to New Carrollton. It leaves the station in Philadelphia at 3:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Philadelphia to New Carrollton. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Philadelphia to New Carrollton; ticket prices start at €9.70.
City Information
Philadelphia
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.
New Carrollton
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Philadelphia?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: 199 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia's Greyhound Bus Terminal is a popular bus station served by several intercity bus companies, including Greyhound, Fullington Trailways, and Peter Pan Bus Lines. Conveniently located in downtown Philly, you can walk from the bus station to the nearby Pennsylvania Convention Center, Reading Terminal Market, and even Independence Hall (home of the Liberty Bell). The station is a comfortable place to begin your bus journey, with a snack bar, restrooms, and vending machines, as well as several nearby parking garages and quick bites. And if your destination is Philadelphia, the Greyhound Bus Terminal makes it easy to start your sightseeing or head to your hotel, thanks to the SEPTA subway stop half a block away.
All bus stations in Philadelphia:
199 Spring Garden St
Where does the bus arrive in New Carrollton?
Main arrival station: 4700 Gdn City Dr Jct
All buses from Philadelphia arrive at one main station in New Carrollton.
All bus stations in New Carrollton:
4700 Gdn City Dr Jct
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