How to Get to Hersehypark from Washington DC
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Are you looking for a fun weekend getaway with family and friends to Hersheypark, but don’t know how to get there? Are you scoping out the different options there are to get to Hersheypark in Hershey, Pennsylvania from Washington DC? You’re search is over as you just found the perfect article for planning your trip! Below are the best ways to get to one of the greatest and most fun theme parks on the east coast.
Bus Tickets
Greyhound buses run from DC to Hershey Park with one stop in Harrisburg, PA. The ticket prices range anywhere from $18 to $42 and it would take you approximately 5 hours to get to the park. You will first take a 3 hour and 30 minute bus ride from DC to Harrisburg, PA and then transfer to Harrisburg Transportation Center for a 1 hour bus ride directly to Hersheypark!
Car Service or Taxi
Another travel option to get to Hersheypark would be to either rent a car, or call up a taxi. However, the downside to this option is that it can get pretty pricey. According to taxifarefinder, the estimated fare to the theme park is around $300 including tip. Keep in mind that this is only one way! You would need to call up another taxi for the way back. To avoid this expensive cost, then, what else can you do?
Car
The easiest, fastest, and cheapest option to get to Hershypark would be by car. Hersheypark is only about 127 miles away from Washington, DC and should take you approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Use this for GPS
Hersheypark Parking
The Hersheypark parking lot can be accessed by veering right on Park Blvd. The lot can be accessed 2 hours before Hersheypark opens. Parking costs $15 during the summer and $10 during the Halloween and Christmas season. Once you've parked, you ride a tram right to the front gate and if you download the Hersheypark App, you can use the "Find My Car" feature to remember where you parked.
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Groups - Consider to rent a bus from BookBuses.com
If you are traveling with a big group, a great option would be to rent out a charter bus or school bus to take your group back and forth from Hersheypark. The great part about chartering a bus is you get picked up and dropped off right at your doorstep. BookBuses provides accurate and affordable quotes according to your needs during your trip, such as custom stopovers, restrooms, WiFi, power outlets, and much more. Instead of having to do intensive research on different kinds of charter buses you can get, head to the BookBuses saves you so much time researching different bus charter options as the website platform allows you see and compare all the different charter bus companies so you can get the best price! To make things even easier for you, BookBuses takes care of all the details. The only additional fee on the day itself will be a small parking fee at. All you have to do is book a bus and wait for the day it arrives! Visit bookbuses.com or call (646) 801 6280 more information and the different bus possibilities for your group travels!
Here is a quick comparison of the cost to bring a group to Hershey from DC.
Group Transportation Price Comparison from DC to Hersheypark
| Bus Tickets | Charter Bus Door to Door | Charter Bus Per Person | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Seats Round Trip | $65 | -- | -- |
| 30 Passengers | $1,950 | $1,450 | $48 |
| 50 Passengers | $3,250 | $1,995 | $40 |
| Travel Time Each Way | 5 Hours | 4.5 Hours | 4.5 Hours |
*All prices are estimates and may vary over time
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Group Discounts & Group Pricing Hersheypark
Groups Pricing for 20+
Hersheypark offers a great discount for groups of 20+! By purchasing the tickets online, you can save up to 45% on park tickets. Plus, all groups receive 1 FREE ticket for every 10 tickets purchased during the Summer season, but be sure to buy your tickets soon as teh summer season ends September 30th. For additional group information and discounts, you can visit Hersheypark’s website and submit your request online here.
Hersheypark Hours
Hersheypark’s hours change based on the seasons. For the upcoming Fall and Winter seasons, the park is closed during the week, but open on Saturday from 10am to 10pm and Sunday from 10am to 8pm. Visit Hersheypark’s website to view their monthly calendars for special seasonal events!
Hershey’s Chocolate World
Did somebody say “CHOCOLATE”? One of the most popular attractions at Hersheypark is Chocolate World. Hershey’s Chocolate World is a perfect visit after a long day at the park or on a rainy day. Chocolate World features a chocolate tour ride that shows you how the delcious Hershey chocolate is made AND you can also create your own chocolate bar by choosing your own ingredients and designing your own wrapping paper! How fun is that? This interactive world will definitely keep you and your group smiling rain or shine!
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Hersheypark, 100 Hersheypark Dr, Hershey, PA 17033
