NORFOLK, Va. — Planning a trip can feel overwhelming when you're trying to find the best price while comparing all your transportation options. I recently compared the costs of flying, driving, and taking the train to help you understand which option might work best for your budget and schedule.

For this comparison, I chose Philadelphia as the destination because it’s close enough for people to drive, but far enough away that travel could take a significant part of the day.

For this report, my travel days are Wednesday, February 11th to the 14 th . This timing falls after the holidays and peak travel season and is within the recommended one-to-three-month timeframe for booking flights. Traveling during the week also means more stable prices compared to weekends.

Keep in mind, this rep

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