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New York to Philadelphia Coach Timetable

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

There are usually 51 daily train trips from New York to Philadelphia.

Coach
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
£41.30
Avg. Price
£53.43
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
191
Daily Trips
51
Duration
Duration
3h 9m
Duration
1h 22m

Coach from New York to Philadelphia: Journey Information

There are 178 intercity coaches per day from New York to Philadelphia. Traveling by coach from New York to Philadelphia usually takes around 2 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest OurBus coach can make the trip in just one hour and 20 minutes.

Distance81 mi (130 km)
Shortest duration1h 20m
Cheapest price£5.91
Trips per day173
Most frequent serviceOurBus
Coach lines8

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from New York to Philadelphia

(Based on 958 ratings and reviews)

4.7

5.0

Demar

24 August 2026- Visiting family

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: Easy of transportation and good customer service. Cons: Movie onboard with earpiece. Tips: Be on time, carry a snack, you will reach your destination on time.

5.0

Bryan

19 August 2026- Vacation

OurBus

Pros: I was on the 3:30 p.m. bus from Manhattan to philadelphia. The bus was probably at 10% capacity. More space than I've ever had on one of these trips. The most pleasant ride back that made a 2-hour ride feel like an hour. Cons: Maybe more phone chargers, but since I didn't need one I'm reaching just to give you an answer LOL. Tips: Get lucky like me and find a time where the bus is almost completely unoccupied. Leg room, quiet, and a ride that felt like half of its actual time.

4.0

Parveen

16 August 2026- Visiting family

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: Most travelers are quite. Cons: Air conditioning improves. Tips: Not.

5.0

Kathleen

16 August 2026- Vacation

OurBus

Pros: Ac bus and had free water! Tips: Get to the bus early so u can get a good seat.

5.0

Angela

15 August 2026- Visiting friends

Wanda Coach

Pros: I liked everything about the trip, I didn't even care that we was late. Cons: Everything was fine to me. Tips: Try to be patient and understanding when their are delays.

New York to Philadelphia Route Map

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Price trends for coaches from New York to Philadelphia

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

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Average coach ticket prices from New York to Philadelphia by month

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Prices as travel date approaches

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What coach companies travel from New York to Philadelphia?

There are 8 bus lines from New York to Philadelphia available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 95 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:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
BBBus32h 14m£13.13
FlixBus US232h 11m£20.98
Greyhound252h 28m£21.00
OurBus954h 2m£65.06
PandaNY Bus42h 15m£18.48
Peter Pan Lines162h 2m£17.01
PhillyBus82h 0m£6.79
Wanda Coach82h 0m£8.20

  • Book BBBus from New York to Philadelphia from £13. There are 3 BBBus schedules from New York to Philadelphia and you can expect on average to pay for a BBBus ticket to Philadelphia. In New York, BBBus departs to Philadelphia from Chinatown - 152 E Broadway and 2 other stations. In Philadelphia, BBBus arrives at Philadelphia Bus Terminal - Door 2, Bay 2 and 1 other station.

    An average trip on BBBus from New York to Philadelphia takes 2 hours and 14 minutes , while the fastest available BBBus trip will get you to Philadelphia in 1 hours and 20 minutes .

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

  • 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 23 trips per day from New York to Philadelphia, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • 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 25 bus trips from New York to Philadelphia every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 28 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Philadelphia usually start from £9.

  • 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 £6, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from New York to Philadelphia 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 New York to Philadelphia, with prices starting from £18.

  • Book Peter Pan Lines from New York to Philadelphia from £7. There are 16 Peter Pan Lines schedules from New York to Philadelphia and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Philadelphia. In New York, Peter Pan Lines departs to Philadelphia from Port Authority Bus Station and no other station. In Philadelphia, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Philadelphia (Bus Terminal) and no other station.

    An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from New York to Philadelphia takes 2 hours and 2 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Philadelphia in 1 hours and 20 minutes .

    On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 20 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Philadelphia.

  • Book PhillyBus from New York to Philadelphia from £6. There are 8 PhillyBus schedules from New York to Philadelphia and you can expect on average to pay for a PhillyBus ticket to Philadelphia. In New York, PhillyBus departs to Philadelphia from 87 Division St (Close to B, D, F, M Train) and no other station. In Philadelphia, PhillyBus arrives at Philadelphia (Bus Terminal) and no other station.

    An average trip on PhillyBus from New York to Philadelphia takes 2 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available PhillyBus trip will get you to Philadelphia in 1 hours and 20 minutes .

    On weekends, PhillyBus offers 10 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Philadelphia.

  • Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 8 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from £6 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 New York and Philadelphia.

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

The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 81 miles from New York to Philadelphia. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 20 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 coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Philadelphia at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, 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 coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from New York to Philadelphia, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 178 scheduled coaches that travel from New York to Philadelphia every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 173 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Philadelphia; ticket prices start at £8.13.

City Information

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.

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 New York?

Main departure station: 11th Ave (btw. 35th & 36th St.)

Coaches to Philadelphia leave from 15 stations in New York.

All coach stations in New York:

  • 11th Ave (btw. 35th & 36th St.)

  • SW Corner of 31st St & 8th Ave

  • Port Authority Bus Station

  • Port Authority - 625 8th Ave

  • JFK Airport - Terminal 4 Arrivals (Van)

  • JFK Airport - Terminal 8 Arrivals (Van)

  • JFK Airport Terminals

  • JFK Airport - Terminal 5 Arrivals (Van)

  • JFK Airport - Terminal 7 Arrivals (Van)

  • 87 Division Street

  • 87 Division St (Close to B, D, F, M Train)

  • GW Bridge Bus Station

  • New York W 34th St & 12th Ave

  • 127 East Broadway

  • New York Midtown West

Where does the coach arrive in Philadelphia?

Main arrival station: Philadelphia Bus Terminal

Coaches arrive in Philadelphia at 13 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Philadelphia:

  • Philadelphia Bus Terminal

  • Center City (Service is provided with a Van)

  • Philadelphia Mills Mall. (Service provided via van)

  • Philadelphia International Airport - Terminal A (Van)

  • Philadelphia (Bus Terminal)

  • Philadelphia Bus Terminal

  • Philadelphia Mills - RED Lot

  • Philadelphia Bus Terminal - Door 2, Bay 2

  • 2399 Cottman Ave

  • 722 Adams Ave

  • Zio Pizza Palace and Grill

  • Oregon Market

  • PA Parking Authority Transportation Center - Door 2, Bay 2

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