How to get to Philadelphia, PA from Lynchburg, VA

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Compare train, coach and flight for Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £64, while a flight costs an average of £551.

Distance: 446 km

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Compare ways to travel from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA

Compare the available ways to get from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA is a coach with an average price of £64.

This is compared to other travel options from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA:

A coach is £75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £138.

A coach is £488 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £551.

The fastest way to travel from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 40m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 8m.

Coach takes on average 9h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lynchburg, VA and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £138 compared to roughly £54 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£84. The journey takes 6h 38m versus 5h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA

How to get to Philadelphia, PA from Lynchburg, VA by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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FAQs: Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA

Travel to Philadelphia, PA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lynchburg, VA and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA is a coach with an average price of £64.

This is compared to other travel options from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA:

A coach is £75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £138.

A coach is £488 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £551.

The fastest way to travel from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 40m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 8m.

Coach takes on average 9h 3m.

The Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA distance is approximately 446 km.
The average frequency per day from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lynchburg, VA and Philadelphia, PA as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA:
  • Trains mostly depart from Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA and arrive in 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
  • Flights mostly depart from Lynchburg and arrive in Philadelphia International Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Lynchburg, Kemper St (Lynchburg Transit Center), VA and arrive in Philadelphia Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with American Airlines, United, piedmont airlines, psa airlines, Republic Airlines, skywest airlines to go to Philadelphia, PA by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Philadelphia, PA by train.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Philadelphia, PA by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Chicago, IL, Washington, DC, Atlanta, GA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Philadelphia, PA and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Lynchburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Philadelphia, PA, you can explore the Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, and visit Independence Hall, the historic site where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and adopted. Art lovers can appreciate the vast collection at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and climb the famous Rocky Steps. Food enthusiasts should not miss the bustling Reading Terminal Market with its diverse food options and local specialities. Additionally, the Philadelphia Zoo, America's first zoo, offers a wide variety of animals and interactive exhibits. For a touch of history, visit the Eastern State Penitentiary, a former prison turned museum known for its grand architecture and historical significance.
You typically need 2 to 3 days in Philadelphia to explore its key attractions such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, along with enjoying its vibrant food scene and historic neighbourhoods.

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