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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Mobile to Wilkes-Barre. Traveling by bus from Mobile to Wilkes-Barre usually takes around 36 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 33 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 995 mi (1601 km) |
| Shortest duration | 33h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $270.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Mobile to Wilkes-Barre?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Mobile to Wilkes-Barre. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 4 | 1d 12h 9m | $292.25 |
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 4 bus trips from Mobile to Wilkes-Barre every day, with the average journey taking around 36 hours and 9 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Wilkes-Barre usually start from $270.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 36 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 995 miles from Mobile to Wilkes-Barre. However, the fastest bus only takes 33 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00am. To see the times for all buses from Mobile to Wilkes-Barre, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Mobile to Wilkes-Barre every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Mobile to Wilkes-Barre; ticket prices start at $371.00.
City Information
Wilkes-Barre
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Wilkes-Barre is a Pennsylvania city surrounded by the Pocono Mountains. Like much of the Poconos, Wilkes-Barre has its fair share of resorts, outdoor adventure, and entertainment options. Slip down rocky slides and soak in glacial meltwater "tubs" at Kirby Park and Seven Tubs Nature Area, or enjoy the urban greenery at the River Common. Coal mining put Wilkes-Barre on the map, and you can imagine what life was like in the 19th-century boom by visiting Eckley Miners' Village in Luzerne County.
Nightlife in Wilkes-Barre is exciting, and it all starts at the Mohegan Sun Pocono, a casino resort and racetrack. Test your luck on the slots, cards, or horse races, or simply enjoy the luxurious dining options and spa on-site. Downtown Wilkes-Barre also has solid restaurants and bars to choose from.
Although Amtrak trains do not stop in Wilkes-Barre, Amtrak Thruway buses connect the city to Philadelphia, where you can transfer to several of Philly's rail lines. Plus, Fullington Trailways and Martz operate intercity bus service to Wilkes-Barre from Scranton, Delaware Water Gap, New York, and more. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is convenient to reach from town and offers flights on several major airlines.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Mobile?
Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 2545 Government Blvd
Most buses depart from the main station in Mobile.
All bus stations in Mobile:
Bus Terminal - 2545 Government Blvd
Where does the bus arrive in Wilkes-Barre?
Main arrival station: Intermodal Transp Ctr
All buses from Mobile arrive at one main station in Wilkes-Barre.
All bus stations in Wilkes-Barre:
Intermodal Transp Ctr
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