Cheap coach tickets from Washington DC to Philadelphia, PA

Washington DC to Philadelphia, PA Route Map

There are several coach options that can take you from Washington DC to Philadelphia, PA:

• BBBus: 2 daily coaches from US$28
• FlixBus US: 7 daily coaches from US$22
• Greyhound: 10 daily coaches from US$20
• OurBus: 2 daily coaches from US$15
• Peter Pan Lines: 5 daily coaches from US$32

What coach companies travel from Washington DC to Philadelphia, PA?

There are 5 coach lines from Washington DC to Philadelphia, PA available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 10 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

• BBBus

  Book BBBus from Washington DC to Philadelphia, PA from US$28. There are 2 trips per day offered by BBBus from Washington DC to Philadelphia, PA and you can expect on average to pay US$31.97 for a BBBus ticket to Philadelphia, PA. In Washington DC, BBBus departs to Philadelphia, PA from 2230 New York Ave NE. In Philadelphia, PA, BBBus arrives at Philadelphia Bus Terminal - Door 2, Bay 5.

  An average trip on BBBus from Washington DC to Philadelphia, PA takes 2 hours and 45 minutes, while the fastest available BBBus trip will get you to Philadelphia, PA in 2 hours and 35 minutes.

  At weekends, BBBus offers 2 trips per day. A single ticket costs US$28 for a weekend trip to Philadelphia, PA.

• FlixBus US

  FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 7 trips per day from Washington DC to Philadelphia, PA, and the average ticket for this route costs only US$37.62.

  
• Greyhound

  Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 10 coach trips from Washington DC to Philadelphia, PA every day, with the average journey taking around 3 hours and 52 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Philadelphia, PA usually start from US$19.98.

  
• OurBus

  OurBus is an intercity coach company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap coach 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 toilet, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap coach tickets starting from US$15, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by coach from Washington DC to Philadelphia, PA if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

• Peter Pan Lines

  Peter Pan Bus Lines is one of the biggest coach carriers in the Northeast region of the United States. Headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts, the company offers cheap coach tickets and comfortable coach trips to over a dozen destinations across nine states and the District of Columbia. Peter Pan is known for their reliable coach service and green certified modern coaches that offer amenities such as onboard toilets, free WiFi, power sockets and extra legroom between seats. Running an average of 5 coach trips every day during the week and 6 trips at weekends, Peter Pan is one of the main coach carriers between Washington DC and Philadelphia, PA, offering coach tickets as low as US$31.98.

City Information

Washington DC

Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.

D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighbourhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.

Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transport hub with three nearby airports and several coach and train stations.

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.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Washington DC?

Main departure station: Union Station

Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transport hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travellers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity coach travel, serving as the main coach station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, local bus and tram services, as well as commuter rail for travellers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.

All coach stations in Washington DC:

• Union Station
• Union Station
• 2230 New York Ave NE
• Stadium-Armory Metro Station

Where does the coach arrive in Philadelphia, PA?

Main arrival station: Philadelphia (Bus Terminal)

Coaches arrive in Philadelphia, PA at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.

Coach stations in Philadelphia, PA:

• Philadelphia (Bus Terminal)
• Philadelphia Bus Terminal
• Philadelphia Bus Terminal - Door 2, Bay 5