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There are usually 9 daily bus trips available from Philadelphia to New Carrollton.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€28.46 | Avg. Price€38.19 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips9 | Daily Trips13 |
Duration | Duration5h 45m | Duration1h 45m |
There are usually 12 daily train trips available from Philadelphia to New Carrollton. Traveling by train from Philadelphia to New Carrollton usually takes one hour and 43 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in one hour and 36 minutes.
| Distance | 114 mi (184 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 36m |
| Lowest price | €9.61 |
| Trains per day | 13 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 3 |
Average score for trains from Philadelphia to New Carrollton
(Based on 13 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Easy transportation. Tips: Don’t forget your snacks and headphones! Get to the train station 30 mins early to line up !
5.0
Pros: I enjoy is so good. Tips: Yes next month.
5.0
Pros: Relaxing. Cons: Cheaper prices for Cafe area. Tips: Book your tickets early and get cheaper prices.
5.0
Pros: It was convenient and a red cap helped me with my luggage. Cons: Keeping the train arrival on time.
5.0
Pros: I enjoy my trip throughout. Cons: confort. Tips: realiable.
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Philadelphia to New Carrollton was €26.55. At this price, taking the train is the cheap and easy way to go. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to New Carrollton if you book your train tickets at least 24 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra €61.09.
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Philadelphia to New Carrollton will range from €21 to €116. If you're planning to travel by train to New Carrollton in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Philadelphia you can find in the next 7 days is €33. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
By booking your train trip from Philadelphia to New Carrollton on Wanderu at least 24 days ahead of time, you can save about €61.09 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
There are 3 train lines with service from Philadelphia to New Carrollton. Amtrak Northeast Regional is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 11 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 11 | 1h 44m | €71.35 |
| Amtrak Palmetto | 1 | 1h 46m | €38.95 |
| Amtrak Vermonter | 1 | 1h 44m | €71.03 |
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 11 daily train trips from Philadelphia to New Carrollton, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way. Traveling from Philadelphia to New Carrollton is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power outlets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departures along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of on the Palmetto.
The Vermonter is an Amtrak passenger train that connects St. Albans, VT to Washington, D.C. by way of New York City. The journey is renowned for the beautiful scenic views that it presents as it passes through the Green Mountains and the Berkshires. Aboard the Vermonter, passengers can enjoy free WiFi, power outlets at every seat and extra legroom. You can also grab a bite to eat or enjoy a refreshing beverage from the train’s café. There are 1 Vermonter trains traveling from Philadelphia to New Carrollton every day, with prices starting from €10.
Trains from Philadelphia to New Carrollton are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Philadelphia at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. 13 of these are direct connections to New Carrollton. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New Carrollton to 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 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.
Image credit: Ben Schumin
Link to image attributionThere is one train station in Philadelphia.
30th St Station - 2955 Market St
New Carrollton has one train station.
MARC Station
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