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• PENN STATION NYC TO PHILADELPHIA UPDATE

The Pennsylvania Railroad had humble beginnings, chartered by the Pennsylvania state legislature on Apto provide direct rail access between the capital at Harrisburg and Pittsburgh. Only after a monumental undertaking requiring millions did the PRR finally break up this monopoly.

Into the early 20th century the NYC enjoyed this exclusive access and happily exploited it via Grand Central Depot/Grand Central Station, and later Grand Central Terminal. Such a coveted existence belonged only to the New York Central whose predecessors provided two direct northbound routes out of Manhatttan. While the PRR grew into one of the most powerful corporations in the world it wasn't born in New York City. Pennsylvania Station was the dream of its then-president, Alexander Cassatt. Perhaps architect Vincent Scully articulated it best when he famously stated after the legendary building was razed: However, this underground facility carries no magic or allure, hated nearly as much as the Garden which sits atop it. Today, the ghost of Penn Station survives as a functioning terminal witnessing millions of travelers annually. Today, it's hard to fathom such a grand and expensive facility could survive within a lifetime before its demise.Īlas, in a desperate attempt by a fading icon to save its future the magnificent structure was razed.Īdding insult to this negligent act, the terminal's above-ground portion was promptly replaced with what New Yorkers still consider an incredible eyesore, Madison Square Garden. It was only an hour long but eloquently summarized the tragic loss of an architectural masterpiece and National Historic Landmark.Īrgued as the greatest railroad terminal ever built Pennsylvania Station, designed in the Beaux-Arts style, provided the mighty Pennsylvania Railroad its first access into New York City's coveted downtown area, Manhattan Island. Customize everything according to your needs.īy the way: For the New York Philadelphia bus route, we also show you information about other modes of transportation, including trains, carpooling and flights, if available.The Rise And Fall Of Penn Station was a Public Broadcasting documentary, which first aired on February 28, 2014. You can sort your search results by price, departure and arrival time, as well as filter them according to stops or companies. No matter what you're looking for, we can help you find the deal that best meets your needs!

So it's up to you whether you want to choose the cheapest ticket, the fastest trip or the bus with the most amenities. The cheapest bus tickets are offered by megabus US at $0.99, whereas the quickest connection takes 1h 35m. Once you get your results, you can compare all available buses from New York to Philadelphia and consider multiple factors before booking your trip. Are you traveling with other people? Then indicate how many passengers are joining you and start your search.

PENN STATION NYC TO PHILADELPHIA UPDATE

If you want to check a specific date, simply select the corresponding day in the calendar to update your search.ĭo you already know exactly when you plan to go back? Then check your return trip straight away, and simply select your preferred date for the route from Philadelphia to New York.

Generally, most people book 3-7 days in advance. We have also already set a default travel date. In the search bar, we have already set New York as your place of departure and Philadelphia as your destination.