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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity coaches per day from Hampton to Philadelphia. Traveling by coach from Hampton to Philadelphia usually takes around 9 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 7 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 212 mi (341 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 30m |
| Cheapest price | £29.35 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 1 |
How much is a coach ticket from Hampton to Philadelphia?
£33.58 is the average price of a bus ticket from Hampton to Philadelphia. Any tickets cheaper than £33.58 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Hampton to Philadelphia is expected to range from £33 to £42. If you are looking to travel to Philadelphia within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from £35. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are £33 and can be found on 2 May 2024.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in August. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just £36 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Hampton to Philadelphia in November, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to £64 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 28 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save £39.86 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from Hampton to Philadelphia?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Hampton to Philadelphia. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 7 | 9h 43m | £45.90 |
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 7 bus trips from Hampton to Philadelphia every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 43 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Philadelphia usually start from £29.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 9 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 212 miles from Hampton to Philadelphia. However, the fastest coach only takes 7 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday 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 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 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Hampton to Philadelphia, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Hampton
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Link to image attributionHampton has a vibrant arts community and cultural attractions, like the Virginia Air and Space Center, the American Theatre, the Fort Monroe National Monument, and the Hampton History Museum. You can also easily visit Virginia Beach from Hampton, and the city offers cruises and harbor tours. Take amazing views at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, and explore the Sandy Bottom Nature Park with your family. Try your hand at Atlantic fishing with the different charter fishing services, and play golf at the Woodlands Golf Course while in Hampton, VA.
Hampton is bustling with fun things to do for people of all ages and offers a thriving beer scene with popular names like St. George Brewing Company. Every year, Hampton organizes The Festival, which reenacts the 18th century Hampton when pirates overran it. If you can't wait till The Festival, the downtown Hampton area is located at the waterfront, with restaurants, art galleries, pubs, marinas, and a waterfront park.
You can easily travel to Hampton by bus. Greyhound offers the most routes, but you can also find liens from Wanda Coach. Hampton Roads Transit provides bus, ridesharing, light rail, paratransit, and ferry within the city.
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 Hampton?
Main departure station: Hampton Bus Station
Most coaches depart from the main station in Hampton.
All coach stations in Hampton:
Hampton Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Philadelphia?
Main arrival station: 199 Spg Gdn St
Coaches arrive in Philadelphia at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Philadelphia:
199 Spg Gdn St
Noble St/Spring Garden St.
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