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New York-Philadelphia Bus Schedule

$24.04

7:15 AM

Port Authority Bus Station

9:05 AM

Bus Terminal - 1001 Filbert St

Port Authority Bus Station

11:00 AM

Bus Terminal - 1001 Filbert St

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Port Authority Bus Station

11:50 AM

Bus Terminal - 1001 Filbert St

Port Authority Bus Station

11:59 AM

Bus Terminal - 1001 Filbert St

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Journey Information

New York to Philadelphia bus - cost & duration

Cheapest price	$9.35
Fastest time	1h 45m
Trips per day	27
Bus lines	5

Buses from New York to Philadelphia

New York to Philadelphia Route Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel by bus from New York to Philadelphia right now?

We stand behind CDC guidelines that caution passengers against non-essential travel during the coronavirus outbreak. That said, we recognize not everyone is in a position to completely abstain. Whether it’s for work, to take care of family or to get back home, some circumstances inevitably require travel. If you’re one of those individuals who still needs to book a trip, you can continue to do so on Wanderu.

Know that most bus companies are still running at this time, though some have limited service. Visit our COVID-19 travel guide for resources and daily updates on the coronavirus and COVID travel restrictions.

In order to keep vehicles as clean and sanitized as possible, bus companies are taking extra precautions for coronavirus. For details on what various companies are doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.

How much is a bus ticket from New York to Philadelphia?

Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, $20.04 was the low point for bus fares from New York to Philadelphia. Buses from Philadelphia to New York are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than $20.04 could be considered a great deal.

The best way to find cheap deals on bus tickets is by booking as early as possible, since most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. You should book at least 26 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $5.50 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

How long is the bus ride?

The bus usually takes around 2 hours to cover the 81 miles (130 kilometers) from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA. However, the fastest bus only takes 1 hour 45 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie.

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Philadelphia. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

When do the earliest and latest buses leave New York?

The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New York to Philadelphia, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

How many buses are there each day?

There are 27 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Philadelphia every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 25 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Philadelphia; ticket prices start at $33.39.

What bus companies travel from New York to Philadelphia?

There are 5 bus lines from New York, New York to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With 12 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Greyhound	12	2h 27m	$26.13
OurBus	1	1h 45m	$20.67
PandaNY Bus	4	2h 15m	$26.71
Peter Pan Lines	6	1h 50m	$21.27
Wanda Coach	6	2h 0m	$24.04

Where does the bus leave from in New York?

Buses to Philadelphia leave from multiple locations in New York, New York. These are the 5 most popular bus stations:

Port Authority Bus Station
127 East Broadway
87 Division Street
GW Bridge Bus Station - 4211 Broadway
375 W 42nd St

Where does the bus arrive in Philadelphia?

Buses arrive in Philadelphia at 5 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with. These are the main bus stations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania:

Bus Terminal - 1001 Filbert St
55-57 N 11th St
722 Adams Ave
2329 Cottman Ave
3701 S Broad St (Indego Bike Share Station)

Price trends for buses from New York to Philadelphia

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Monthly average prices

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bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for buses from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA

4.6

Based on 211 ratings and reviews

Based on 35 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with BoltBus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 71 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.2

Staff

4.3

Value

4.5

Condition

4.5

Lorraine

5.0

March 8, 2020Business

Pros

I enjoyed the convenient location of the bus stop. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The bus was clean including the bathroom. I enjoyed the convenient location of the bus stop. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The bus was clean including the bathroom.

Cons

If I had to chose something it would be a convenient place to sit and rest. I arrived 50 minutes early and I had to stand the entire time until it was time to board the bus. If I had to chose something it would be a convenient place to sit and rest. I arrived 50 minutes early and I had to stand the entire time until it was time to board the bus.

Tips

This bus company was absolutely the best way to travel. This experience has changed the way I will travel in the future. The pricing was reasonable, the buses were clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly.This bus company was absolutely the best way to travel. This experience has changed the way I will travel in the future. The pricing was reasonable, the buses were clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly.

5.0

February 28, 2020Visiting family

Pros

Very smooth rideVery smooth ride

Cons

At the moment can't think of anything that needs to be improved. Very patient & courteous employee!At the moment can't think of anything that needs to be improved. Very patient & courteous employee!

Tips

NoneNone

Orie

5.0

February 28, 2020Solo travel

Cons

wifiwifi

Alec

5.0

January 25, 2020Business

Pros

The ride was smooth and on time The ride was smooth and on time

Cons

The smell of the bathroom The smell of the bathroom

Tom

5.0

December 25, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Wonderful trip, left on time and arrived 1/2 hour early. Wonderful trip, left on time and arrived 1/2 hour early.

Based on 34 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Greyhound report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 57 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.1

Staff

4.0

Value

4.3

Condition

4.1

Paul

5.0

May 21, 2020Solo travel

Pros

I like that there are charge ports for each seat to charge phones or computers and a disposable bag for garbage in each section. I like that there are charge ports for each seat to charge phones or computers and a disposable bag for garbage in each section.

Cons

the bathroom could be cleaner considering the current pandemic - supplied with toilet paper, disposable wipes and/or a sanitizer dispenser. the bathroom could be cleaner considering the current pandemic - supplied with toilet paper, disposable wipes and/or a sanitizer dispenser.

Tips

Be sure to check the travel schedule, arrive an hour in advance from departure time as a contingency and check for the maintenance of the bus prior to boarding for precautionary measures due to the pandemic. Be sure to check the travel schedule, arrive an hour in advance from departure time as a contingency and check for the maintenance of the bus prior to boarding for precautionary measures due to the pandemic.

Juan

5.0

March 5, 2020Vacation

Pros

Value Value

Miciah

5.0

February 3, 2020Solo travel

Pros

We got to Philadelphia in record time. Almost a half an hour before the scheduled time at 2:15am, which was absolutely appreciated after 5 hours on a plane prior to this trip. We got to Philadelphia in record time. Almost a half an hour before the scheduled time at 2:15am, which was absolutely appreciated after 5 hours on a plane prior to this trip.

Cons

More clear boarding announcements for the Greyhound GWB Bus Station More clear boarding announcements for the Greyhound GWB Bus Station

Alfred

4.0

December 31, 2019Solo travel

Pros

Very quick and reliable. Clean bus. Very quick and reliable. Clean bus.

Elana

4.0

December 12, 2019Visiting family

Pros

On timeOn time

Cons

Ticket was never received in inbox. I had to contact greyhoundTicket was never received in inbox. I had to contact greyhound

Based on 57 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Megabus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 59 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.0

Staff

3.8

Value

4.2

Condition

4.4

Roberto

4.0

March 11, 2020Visiting family

Pros

I was please by the effort to keep the bus clean and leave on time. Buses provided power outlets for charging ur phoneI was please by the effort to keep the bus clean and leave on time. Buses provided power outlets for charging ur phone

Justine Marie

4.0

February 28, 2020

Pros

Quick and easyQuick and easy

Cons

Having staff to help load/unload luggage at Market and Sixth in Philadelphia.Having staff to help load/unload luggage at Market and Sixth in Philadelphia.

Shackeim

5.0

February 15, 2020Visiting family

Pros

I went smooth and was on timeI went smooth and was on time

Cons

The buses can be cleanerThe buses can be cleaner

Tips

Great deal!Great deal!

Shannon

5.0

February 8, 2020Visiting family

Pros

The trip was quicker than expected and was very convient. First time taking the bus and it won’t be my last! The trip was quicker than expected and was very convient. First time taking the bus and it won’t be my last!

Lessie

4.0

February 1, 2020Visiting family

Pros

My trip quiet an relaxing.My trip quiet an relaxing.

Cons

The driver should take passengers luggage out the luggage carrier but some of them don’t, So passengers trying to retain their luggage within the luggage compartment . The driver should take passengers luggage out the luggage carrier but some of them don’t, So passengers trying to retain their luggage within the luggage compartment .

Tips

It is a great way to travel depending on where you are traveling too.It is a great way to travel depending on where you are traveling too.

Based on 72 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Peter Pan Lines report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 63 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.1

Staff

4.3

Value

4.3

Condition

4.4

Jamil

5.0

August 22, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

Clean fast accurate Clean fast accurate

Cons

Charger plug Charger plug

Tips

Make sure your phones are charged Make sure your phones are charged

Nicholas

5.0

July 20, 2020Visiting family

Pros

Boarded the bus and arrived on time. Boarded the bus and arrived on time.

Cons

Everything was great!Everything was great!

Frida

5.0

July 3, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

Everything great as I except.. Thank youEverything great as I except.. Thank you

Cons

Was great..Was great..

Tips

Very professional, on time..Very professional, on time..

Pierre Dilene

5.0

June 18, 2020Visiting family

Pros

Everything about the bus was excellent Everything about the bus was excellent

Cons

Nothing Nothing

Andrew

5.0

March 12, 2020Business

Pros

not crowdednot crowded

Cons

the power outlets are loose and one of my device chargers kept falling out. also seats could stand to be a little further apartthe power outlets are loose and one of my device chargers kept falling out. also seats could stand to be a little further apart

Tips

nono

Based on 1 reviews

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.0

Staff

3.0

Value

4.0

Condition

3.0

Based on 12 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Wanda Coach report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 33 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.9

Staff

4.3

Value

4.6

Condition

4.0

Emanuel

5.0

January 1, 2020Couples trip

Pros

I like that the bus ride was quick and peaceful. My luggage was left in NY on the curb and the staff were really helpful to us. Great service.I like that the bus ride was quick and peaceful. My luggage was left in NY on the curb and the staff were really helpful to us. Great service.

Cons

Make sure that riders know that they have to place their own luggage on the bus, and make sure there is no vomit or trash in the seats before the next riders board the bus. Make sure that riders know that they have to place their own luggage on the bus, and make sure there is no vomit or trash in the seats before the next riders board the bus.

Tips

Place your own luggage on the bus.Place your own luggage on the bus.

Bailey

4.0

August 31, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

Pick up location Pick up location

Cons

Do not oversell tickets. Too many people were booked on this bus and about 30 of us had to wait for next one- outside in the sun/heat for 40 mins. Do not oversell tickets. Too many people were booked on this bus and about 30 of us had to wait for next one- outside in the sun/heat for 40 mins.

Tips

Be prepared to have to take the next bus. This happens often. Be prepared to have to take the next bus. This happens often.

Tamara

5.0

August 31, 2019Couples trip

Pros

The staff was extremely helpful and nice (the pickup spot was new to my partner and I, but we were guided with ease and felt a lot of relief thanks to the staff and some other passengers). We arrived to our destination right on time and the seats/bus ride was as comfort...The staff was extremely helpful and nice (the pickup spot was new to my partner and I, but we were guided with ease and felt a lot of relief thanks to the staff and some other passengers). We arrived to our destination right on time and the seats/bus ride was as comfortable as I could imagine for being on a bus.More

Cons

Maybe some help with WiFi if possible. I'm not sure if the bus I was on had working WiFi but it's always helpful for long rides so people can get work done/watch tv/etc.Maybe some help with WiFi if possible. I'm not sure if the bus I was on had working WiFi but it's always helpful for long rides so people can get work done/watch tv/etc.

Tips

This is probably one of the best options for a bus ride. I have rode with Wanda Coach, MegaBus, OurBus, Peter Pan, and Greyhound. This is one of my top favorite bus companies price wises and generosity wise and I will definitely be riding with them again in the future.This is probably one of the best options for a bus ride. I have rode with Wanda Coach, MegaBus, OurBus, Peter Pan, and Greyhound. This is one of my top favorite bus companies price wises and generosity wise and I will definitely be riding with them again in the future.

Jessica

4.0

August 30, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

Super affordable and many time slots to take the trainSuper affordable and many time slots to take the train

Cons

Cleaner bus and bathroomCleaner bus and bathroom

Tips

N/AN/A

Athenais

5.0

August 24, 2019Vacation