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Philadelphia to Washington DC bus - cost & duration

Cheapest price	$1.00
Shortest Duration	2h 30m
Trips per day	14
Bus lines	4

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Philadelphia-Washington DC Bus Schedule

$27.00

9:30 AM

Bus Terminal - 1001 Filbert St

Bus Terminal - 1001 Filbert St

Walter Rand Trans Center

Walter Rand Trans Center

Walter Rand Trans Center

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bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for Philadelphia to Washington DC

4.5

Based on 68 reviews

Based on 4 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with BoltBus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 50 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.0

Staff

5.0

Value

4.3

Condition

4.5

Lennier

5.0

December 29, 2019Business

Pros

The Megabus driver was exceptionally friendly and made us, the passengers, feel like we were on the organized bus trip not just on the bus with random people. He was funny and described every move he made, from the weather conditions to the wait time at each stop to poi...More

Ogechukwu

4.0

September 28, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

It was a cheap price to get from Philadelphia to Washington, DC. Definitely a bargain!

Cons

The outlets in the bus did not work which was quite inconvenient. So working outfits would be appreciated!

Tips

Make sure to try to get to the bus stop with 5 to 10 min to spare so you get on the right bus.

Ruby

4.0

August 2, 2019Business

Pros

The price of the trip is what I really like about the trip. The directions to get to the bus station does not correlate with Union Station. More clarity is needed on the website directions because a person a may think the bus station is at the TRAIN station but it is ...More

Cons

New buses that are more comfortable.

Tips

Drivers are professional. The price was very reasonable compared to their stronger competitors.

3.0

June 23, 2019

Cons

Although my laptop connected to the wifi easily enough, the connection was so poor that I was unable to open any of the websites I wanted to use.

Based on 11 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Greyhound report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 73 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.8

Staff

3.7

Value

4.1

Condition

4.1

Saidah

5.0

December 31, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Everything was good, the bus was freezing because the driver never turned in the heat

Keko

5.0

December 17, 2019Solo travel

Pros

Simple n Ez

Tips

Arrive in enough time to print out ticket with confirmation #

Kerstin

4.0

December 14, 2019Solo travel

Cons

The bathroom was really smelly.

Juliette

4.0

November 16, 2019Visiting friends

Cons

Time

Kristin

4.0

October 5, 2019Visiting friends

Cons

Departure time was delayed 40 mins

Tips

Bring a blankets, buses are usually cold.

Based on 19 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Megabus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 59 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.7

Staff

3.7

Value

3.8

Condition

4.0

Kathleen

5.0

March 9, 2020Solo travel

Pros

Bus driver was very friendly, was exactly on time

Cons

Seats and area around air vents and windows were very dirty with stains

Peter

4.0

March 5, 2020Visiting family

Pros

It was on time and not full.

Cons

Wifi never works on Mega Bus!!

Tips

Bring your own entertainment, mega bus entertainment does not work..

Jack

5.0

January 24, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

Quick and efficient. On time, relaxing transportation.

Cons

nothing much

Tips

nope

Danielle

4.0

January 13, 2020Business

Cons

The bus wifi was not working

Anna

4.0

January 3, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

Cons

more information at the stop before departure

Tips

Based on 23 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Peter Pan Lines report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 58 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.9

Staff

4.2

Value

4.0

Condition

4.5

Pierre

5.0

February 8, 2020Visiting family

Cons

The electric outlets were not working on my return bus.

Michael

4.0

January 25, 2020Business

Pros

Price

Inemesit

5.0

November 27, 2019Visiting family

Cons

Additional staff to help clients pick up and drop off their bags in the compartment underneath the bus.

Jennifer

4.0

November 1, 2019Vacation

Cons

I didn’t understand there was a stop in Baltimore each way. Wasn’t a huge deal on e way down but horrible traffic on the way back caused huge delay. Would have paid more for direct dc-Philly trip. Also, plug in power didn’t work in return trip

Daniel

5.0

September 19, 2019Solo travel

Pros

On time

Cons

The seats didn’t have much leg room.

Tips

Be on time

Based on 11 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with OurBus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 70 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.4

Staff

4.5

Value

4.6

Condition

4.7

Robyn

5.0

December 15, 2019Visiting family

Pros

The bus driver was helpful as he is every time, I ride with Ourbus.

Cons

Having the same driver for Philly route he’s super professional and get us all there on time.

Janice

5.0

September 2, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Very good I used the Ourbus to go New YORK on Friday

Cons

A best location to catch the bus

Tips

Jasmine

5.0

August 30, 2019Couples trip

Pros

Quick purchase, super easy to use the platform. We received water in the AM of the departure. Both buses arrived on time which was definitely a plus!

Cons

N/A

Tips

Make sure you arrive at the station or pick up location early or on time; they will not wait for you.

James

5.0

August 18, 2019Solo travel

Pros

The driver was kind and offered us free water

Cons

Everything was fine.

Tips

Arrive early to get your own row!

Oneisha

5.0

May 25, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Quick and comfortable

Cons

No improvement that I can see

Tips

Be early because they leave on time !!

Frequently Asked Questions

What buses go to Philadelphia from DC?

The bus companies that offer service between Philly and DC are BoltBus, Greyhound, Megabus, Peter Pan Lines and OurBus. Of those, the cheapest is Greyhound with an average ticket price around $15, followed by OurBus with tickets averaging about $16.

How long is the drive from Washington, DC to Philadelphia?

The drive from Philadelphia to DC can take as little as 2 hours 40 minutes by bus or by car, although it may take longer if you’re entering or leaving DC during rush hour. Bus trips typically take between 3 hours and 3 hours 30 minutes to travel this distance, depending on factors like weather, traffic, and whether the bus is direct versus making additional stops.

How much is a train ride to Philly from Washington?

The train between Philly and Washington, DC typically costs around $79. If you don’t mind a longer commute, consider taking a bus instead. Buses take as little as 2 hours and 40 minutes to travel the same distance, and only cost an average of $13.

How much is a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Washington DC?

Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, $12.53 was the low point for bus fares from Philadelphia to Washington. Buses from Washington DC to Philadelphia are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than $12.53 could be considered a great deal.

The best way to find cheap deals on bus tickets is by booking as early as possible, since most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. You should book at least 9 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $6.95 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

How long is the bus ride?

The bus usually takes around 3 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 123 miles (198 kilometers) from Philadelphia to Washington DC. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie.

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

Because many passengers travel from Philadelphia to Washington DC 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Philadelphia?

The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Philadelphia to Washington DC, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

How many buses are there each day?

There are 14 scheduled buses that travel from Philadelphia to Washington DC every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 13 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 Washington DC; ticket prices start at $39.00.

What bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Washington DC?

There are 4 bus lines from Philadelphia to Washington DC. With 10 daily trips, Megabus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options: