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Philadelphia to New York Bus Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Philadelphia to New York?

There are usually 56 daily train trips from Philadelphia to New York.

Bus
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
$77.11
Avg. Price
$79.53
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
192
Daily Trips
56
Duration
Duration
2h 55m
Duration
1h 25m

Bus from Philadelphia to New York: Journey Information

There are 191 intercity buses per day from Philadelphia to New York. Traveling by bus from Philadelphia to New York usually takes around 2 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest OurBus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 25 minutes.

Distance81 mi (130 km)
Shortest duration1h 25m
Cheapest price$11.77
Trips per day186
Most frequent serviceOurBus
Bus lines9

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Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for buses from Philadelphia to New York

(Based on 859 ratings and reviews)

4.7

5.0

Noelene

January 17, 2026- Visiting friends

Greyhound

Cheap. Bus trip there and back both arrived earlier.

5.0

Anthony

December 31, 2025- Couples trip

Wanda Coach

Pros: Good. Cons: Good. Tips: Good.

5.0

Francisco

December 22, 2025- Visiting family

BBBus

Pros: Very Quiet and secure. In one word: Fantastic! Cons: Hand sanitation in Bathroom. That can work, I think. Tips: Stay on time because the bus arrive on time and take a very few minutes to depart.

5.0

Sahan

December 18, 2025- Visiting friends

OurBus

Pros: It was a nice quiet ride and peaceful. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Don’t forget anything.

5.0

Rudolph

November 15, 2025- Business

OurBus

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

Bus tickets for a trip from Philadelphia to New York cost $41.32 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price

Average bus ticket prices from Philadelphia to New York by travel date

$104$69$35JanFeb

If you're planning to travel by bus from Philadelphia to New York in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $57 to $100. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on January 19, 2026.

If you’re looking to travel to New York this week, bus tickets are available starting at $57.

Average bus ticket prices from Philadelphia to New York by month

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Taking the bus from Philadelphia to New York is usually cheapest in June, when the average ticket price is only $54. If you're planning to take the bus from Philadelphia to New York during December, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $69. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To save money on bus tickets and ensure availability, it's always best to book in advance.

What bus companies travel from Philadelphia to New York?

There are 9 bus lines from Philadelphia to New York available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 90 daily trips, OurBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
BBBus41h 58m$26.61
CoachRun12h 0m$32.72
FlixBus US212h 16m$36.83
Greyhound292h 51m$36.98
OurBus903h 20m$123.32
PandaNY Bus62h 15m$31.86
Peter Pan Lines342h 13m$29.50
TransportAzumah12h 30m$34.63
Wanda Coach62h 0m$27.70

  • Book BBBus from Philadelphia to New York from $12. There are 4 BBBus schedules from Philadelphia to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a BBBus ticket to New York. In Philadelphia, BBBus departs to New York from 100 Spring Garden St and no other station. In New York, BBBus arrives at 8th Avenue & West 30th Street and 1 other station.

    An average trip on BBBus from Philadelphia to New York takes 1 hours and 58 minutes , while the fastest available BBBus trip will get you to New York in 1 hours and 25 minutes .

    On weekends, BBBus offers 4 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to New York.

  • Book CoachRun from Philadelphia to New York from $19. There are 1 CoachRun schedules from Philadelphia to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a CoachRun ticket to New York. In Philadelphia, CoachRun departs to New York from 520 North Christopher Columbus and no other station. In New York, CoachRun arrives at 127 East Broadway and no other station.

    An average trip on CoachRun from Philadelphia to New York takes 2 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available CoachRun trip will get you to New York in 1 hours and 25 minutes .

    On weekends, CoachRun offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to New York.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 21 trips per day from Philadelphia to New York, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 29 bus trips from Philadelphia to New York every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 51 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New York usually start from $23.

  • OurBus is an intercity bus company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap bus tickets to some of the most popular cities in the United States. All OurBus coaches come equipped with a generous roster of amenities, including extra legroom, freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap bus tickets starting from $12, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from Philadelphia to New York if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

  • Panda NY Bus is an American bus company known as a Chinatown bus line that conducts trips to and from some of the largest and most unique Chinatown districts on the eastern seaboard. Aboard Panda NY buses, you can enjoy free WiFi, power outlets, comfortable reclining seats, and a restroom. Panda NY offers some of the cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to New York, with prices starting from $32.

  • Book Peter Pan Lines from Philadelphia to New York from $14. There are 34 Peter Pan Lines schedules from Philadelphia to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to New York. In Philadelphia, Peter Pan Lines departs to New York from NE Corner of Schuylkill Ave & Walnut St and 1 other station. In New York, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Port Authority Bus Station and no other station.

    An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Philadelphia to New York takes 2 hours and 13 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to New York in 1 hours and 25 minutes .

    On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 41 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to New York.

  • Book TransportAzumah from Philadelphia to New York from $35. There are 1 TransportAzumah schedules from Philadelphia to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a TransportAzumah ticket to New York. In Philadelphia, TransportAzumah departs to New York from 3604 Chestnut St and no other station. In New York, TransportAzumah arrives at Columbia University and no other station.

    An average trip on TransportAzumah from Philadelphia to New York takes 2 hours and 30 minutes , while the fastest available TransportAzumah trip will get you to New York in 1 hours and 25 minutes .

    On weekends, TransportAzumah offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to New York.

  • Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 6 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from $28 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of Philadelphia and New York.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Philadelphia to New York

If you’re the first person to buy a Megabus ticket for a particular trip, you can find a bus ticket from Philadelphia to NYC for just $1. Otherwise, the average price for a bus ticket from Philly to NYC is around $8.
The best way to get from Philly to New York is by bus. Bus tickets generally cost just $9, and the trips take as little as 1 hour and 49 minutes. Trains from Philly to New York typically cost around $71 and still take at least 1 hour and 10 minutes, although most trips take longer. Flights are significantly more expensive, and take longer than both trains and buses when accounting for time to get through security.
Yes, a day-trip from Philadelphia to NYC is very doable. Buses take as little as 1 hour and 50 minutes to reach NYC from Philly, and bus trips in the opposite direction can be even faster. With over 100 trips going in each direction every day, you’ll have plenty of time to explore NYC and catch a bus back to Philly. The last bus of the day departs New York City at 11:00 p.m.

The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 130 kilometers from Philadelphia to New York. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 25 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Because many passengers travel from Philadelphia to New York at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Philadelphia to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 191 scheduled buses that travel from Philadelphia to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 186 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 Philadelphia to New York; ticket prices start at $15.24.

City Information

Philadelphia

We may feel a little bit more than just brotherly love for Philadelphia, a city steeped in history and culture. Where else can you channel your inner Rocky Balboa on his epic run, and later enjoy an authentic Philly cheesesteak as a reward?

Philadelphia’s affordability (especially compared to other East Coast cities) is just one of many reasons it is among Wanderu’s best destinations for college students. Another reason is how much there is to do! Early American history takes precedence at Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, while museums abound on Benjamin Franklin Parkway, sometimes called the most artistic mile in the city. Head to Reading Terminal Market to fuel up for a night hitting the bars, clubs, and live music joints that line South Street.

Philadelphia is a major hub for both Greyhound and Amtrak, and its 30th Street Station is one of the busiest stations in the country. The plentitude of ground travel and the nearby Philadelphia International Airport make this exciting city very easily accessible, even on a budget.

New York

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New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Philadelphia?

Main departure station: Philadelphia International Airport - Terminal A (Van)

Buses to New York leave from 15 stations in Philadelphia.

All bus stations in Philadelphia:

  • Philadelphia International Airport - Terminal A (Van)

  • Center City (Service provided via van)

  • Philadelphia Mills Mall. (Service provided via van)

  • 520 North Christopher Columbus

  • NE Corner of Schuylkill Ave & Walnut St

  • 199 Spring Garden St

  • 199 Spring Garden St

  • Schulykill Ave & Walnut St Bus Stop

  • Spring Garden Market-Frankford Line Station

  • Philadelphia Mills - RED Lot

  • 55-57 N 11th St

  • 100 Spring Garden St

  • 2399 Cottman Ave

  • 722 Adams Ave

  • Zio Pizza Palace and Grill

Where does the bus arrive in New York?

Main arrival station: Port Authority Bus Station

Buses arrive in New York at 15 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

Bus stations in New York:

  • Port Authority Bus Station

  • Port Authority - 625 8th Ave

  • 300-310 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)

  • JFK Airport - Terminal 5 Departure (Van)

  • JFK Airport - Terminal 4 Departure (Van)

  • JFK Airport - Terminal 8 Departure (Van)

  • JFK Airport - Terminal 7 Departure (Van)

  • JFK Airport

  • 11th Ave (btw. 35th & 36th St.)

  • GW Bridge Bus Station

  • 127 East Broadway

  • 87 Division Street

  • JFK Airport - Terminal 1 Area B (Passenger must call to confirm bus stop)

  • 7-11 - Jd Foods

  • New York Midtown West

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