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Philadelphia-New York Bus Schedule

€19.69

6:00 AM

Bus Terminal - 1001 Filbert St

8:10 AM

Port Authority Bus Station

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€21.40

7:00 AM

Bus Terminal - 1001 Filbert St

9:35 AM

GW Bridge Bus Station - 4211 Broadway

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€16.26

7:30 AM

Bus Terminal - 1001 Filbert St

9:20 AM

Port Authority Bus Station

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Journey Information

Philadelphia to New York bus - cost & duration

Cheapest price	€5.99
Shortest Duration	1h 50m
Trips per day	22
Bus lines	5

Buses from Philadelphia to New York

Philadelphia to New York Route Map

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest bus from Philadelphia to NYC?

If you’re the first person to buy a Megabus ticket for a particular trip, you can find a bus ticket from Philadelphia to NYC for just $1. Otherwise, the average price for a bus ticket from Philly to NYC is around $8.

What is the best way to get from Philly to New York?

The best way to get from Philly to New York is by bus. Bus tickets generally cost just $9, and the trips take as little as 1 hour and 49 minutes. Trains from Philly to New York typically cost around $71 and still take at least 1 hour and 10 minutes, although most trips take longer. Flights are significantly more expensive, and take longer than both trains and buses when accounting for time to get through security.

Can you take a day-trip from Philadelphia to NYC?

Yes, a day-trip from Philadelphia to NYC is very doable. Buses take as little as 1 hour and 50 minutes to reach NYC from Philly, and bus trips in the opposite direction can be even faster. With over 100 trips going in each direction every day, you’ll have plenty of time to explore NYC and catch a bus back to Philly. The last bus of the day departs New York City at 11:00 p.m.

Is it safe to travel by bus from Philadelphia to New York right now?

We stand behind CDC guidelines that caution passengers against non-essential travel during the coronavirus outbreak. That said, we recognize not everyone is in a position to completely abstain. Whether it’s for work, to take care of family or to get back home, some circumstances inevitably require travel. If you’re one of those individuals who still needs to book a trip, you can continue to do so on Wanderu.

Know that most bus companies are still running at this time, though some have limited service. Visit our COVID-19 travel guide for resources and daily updates on the coronavirus and COVID travel restrictions.

In order to keep vehicles as clean and sanitized as possible, bus companies are taking extra precautions for coronavirus. For details on what various companies are doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.

How much is a bus ticket from Philadelphia to New York?

Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, €13.11 was the low point for bus fares from Philadelphia to New York. Buses from New York to Philadelphia are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than €13.11 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 5 days in advance. By doing so, you could save €1.71 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

How long is the bus ride?

The bus usually takes around 2 hours and 14 minutes to cover the 81 miles (130 kilometers) from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY. However, the fastest bus only takes 1 hour 50 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?

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Philadelphia to New York for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to New York, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Philadelphia?

The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Philadelphia to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

How many buses are there each day?

There are 22 scheduled buses that travel from Philadelphia to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 20 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 New York; ticket prices start at €16.26.

What bus companies travel from Philadelphia to New York?

There are 5 bus lines from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to New York, New York. With 9 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Greyhound	9	2h 28m	€16.18
Martz	2	5h 27m	€16.90
PandaNY Bus	4	2h 15m	€17.12
Peter Pan Lines	4	1h 50m	€11.35
Wanda Coach	5	2h 0m	€15.41

Where does the bus leave from in Philadelphia?

Buses to New York leave from multiple locations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. These are the 5 most popular bus stations:

Bus Terminal - 1001 Filbert St
55-57 N 11th St
30th St Station - 2955 Market St
722 Adams Ave
2329 Cottman Ave

Where does the bus arrive in New York?

Buses arrive in New York at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with. These are the main bus stations in New York, New York:

Port Authority Bus Station
87 Division Street
127 East Broadway
GW Bridge Bus Station - 4211 Broadway

Price trends for buses from Philadelphia to New York

Average prices by travel date

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Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for buses from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY

4.6

Based on 178 ratings and reviews

Based on 24 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with BoltBus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 60 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.1

Staff

4.1

Value

4.3

Condition

4.3

Willie

5.0

March 8, 2020Solo travel

Pros

I booked a bus trip for a 1 , instead of train for 100 , arrived early, driver was very good. Very happy with wanderu and bolt bus I booked a bus trip for a 1 , instead of train for 100 , arrived early, driver was very good. Very happy with wanderu and bolt bus

Tips

Give it a try Give it a try

David

5.0

January 7, 2020Vacation

Pros

it was the best experience ever it was the best experience ever

Cons

better wifibetter wifi

Tips

Cheap, on time, friendly, definitely recommend it. We have so much fun in our round trip from Philly to New York, and vise versa...Cheap, on time, friendly, definitely recommend it. We have so much fun in our round trip from Philly to New York, and vise versa...

Sequoah

5.0

January 12, 2020Solo travel

Pros

Very peaceful and relaxing.Very peaceful and relaxing.

Cons

Wifi connectionWifi connection

Tips

Bolt bus has a rewards program sign up.Bolt bus has a rewards program sign up.

Sailika

4.0

December 20, 2019Solo travel

Pros

Bus in time!Bus in time!

Michelle

5.0

December 7, 2019Couples trip

Tips

Don't take MegaBus on the way back—it's horrible!Don't take MegaBus on the way back—it's horrible!

Based on 32 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Greyhound report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 62 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.3

Staff

4.0

Value

4.0

Condition

4.1

Britt

4.0

August 30, 2020Visiting family

Pros

Very efficient and fast. Also very good that driver intervened and told clearly loud people to be quiet for those napping. Some loud rude coughing people on the bus. Also quite some not consistently wearing masks Very efficient and fast. Also very good that driver intervened and told clearly loud people to be quiet for those napping. Some loud rude coughing people on the bus. Also quite some not consistently wearing masks

Cons

Guess stricter intervention of rude people but guess they are everywhere and even confronting them can be dangerous.Guess stricter intervention of rude people but guess they are everywhere and even confronting them can be dangerous.

Tips

Be quiet and wear mask!!! Be courteous and leave your rudeness at home.Be quiet and wear mask!!! Be courteous and leave your rudeness at home.

Jeane

5.0

April 30, 2020Visiting family

Pros

Easy, convenient and extremely well pricedEasy, convenient and extremely well priced

Tips

Arrive a bit early to line up for the best seatingArrive a bit early to line up for the best seating

Holly

5.0

March 2, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

comfycomfy

Cons

Less wait standingLess wait standing

Tips

be there about 30 minutes earlybe there about 30 minutes early

Ellen

5.0

February 22, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

Driver was punctual to and from!! Everything was right on time, and the trip was very smooth:Driver was punctual to and from!! Everything was right on time, and the trip was very smooth:

Tips

Get there at least 20-25 minutes early if you need to pick up your tickets. That way you can have them printed and get in line to secure a seat—especially if you’re traveling with more than one person.Get there at least 20-25 minutes early if you need to pick up your tickets. That way you can have them printed and get in line to secure a seat—especially if you’re traveling with more than one person.

Bradley

5.0

January 19, 2020Solo travel

Pros

good value for money and was not much slower than the train.good value for money and was not much slower than the train.

Cons

nothingnothing

Tips

Book ahead of time to avoid higher costsBook ahead of time to avoid higher costs

Based on 41 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Megabus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 56 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.1

Staff

4.2

Value

4.1

Condition

4.4

Justine Marie

4.0

March 2, 2020Solo travel

Cons

Having staff on hand at Market and Sixth to help load/unload luggage.Having staff on hand at Market and Sixth to help load/unload luggage.

Weyu

5.0

February 9, 2020Regular commuter

Pros

The bus was right on time and I got a bargain for my trip!The bus was right on time and I got a bargain for my trip!

Cons

The bus could be a bit cleaner. The windows were pretty cloudy on the inside. The bus could be a bit cleaner. The windows were pretty cloudy on the inside.

Tips

This a great deal for the price!This a great deal for the price!

Jarrett

5.0

February 8, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

I took the bus back to Philly from NYC. very easy trip. would for sure take the bus again. I took the bus back to Philly from NYC. very easy trip. would for sure take the bus again.

Cons

better instructions on how to get to locationbetter instructions on how to get to location

Amal

5.0

January 27, 2020Vacation

Pros

Good seating Good seating

Cons

Air conditioning and removing the glass top window because the sun was always in my eyesAir conditioning and removing the glass top window because the sun was always in my eyes

Olga

5.0

January 8, 2020Couples trip

Cons

No WiFi, no power in the socketsNo WiFi, no power in the sockets

Based on 73 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Peter Pan Lines report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 62 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.9

Staff

4.3

Value

4.2

Condition

4.3

Neithe

5.0

September 6, 2020Business

Cons

I did not find any fault with anyone. It was a decent and professional trip. From driver to passengers, every one conducted themselves well.I did not find any fault with anyone. It was a decent and professional trip. From driver to passengers, every one conducted themselves well.

Tips

No tips for travelers at this time. Thanks for allowing us to travel in safety. Please check the Wifi.No tips for travelers at this time. Thanks for allowing us to travel in safety. Please check the Wifi.

Ebunoluwa

5.0

September 5, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

SmoothSmooth

Jonathan

5.0

July 12, 2020Visiting family

Tips

Need strong wifi and more working outlets Need strong wifi and more working outlets

Angela

5.0

March 1, 2020Visiting family

Pros

Driver was courteous and thorough in announcing information at the start of the trip.Driver was courteous and thorough in announcing information at the start of the trip.

Cons

UnsureUnsure

Tips

NoNo

Johnathon

5.0

February 28, 2020Business

Pros

Very easy travel. Very easy travel.

Cons

Smell, maybe an air freshener .Smell, maybe an air freshener .

Tips

Get there 30 minutes before so you get a seat you want.Get there 30 minutes before so you get a seat you want.

Based on 8 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Wanda Coach report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 33 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.6

Staff

3.8

Value

4.1

Condition

4.0

Jem

4.0

December 26, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

The locations for departures and arrivals were centrally located to both cities. The locations for departures and arrivals were centrally located to both cities.

Cons

More spacious seating.More spacious seating.

Tips

I would use them again!I would use them again!

Alice

5.0

December 1, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

I loved the price and the efficiencyI loved the price and the efficiency

Cons

Cleaner Cleaner

Bruce

5.0

November 30, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Got there quick Got there quick

Cons

WiFiWiFi

Tips

You won’t be late. Great service You won’t be late. Great service

Giselle

4.0

September 27, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Bus Stop easy to get to locations Bus Stop easy to get to locations

Cons

Seats felt cramped and did not have option to recline. Seat was too upright therefore uncomfortable trip.Seats felt cramped and did not have option to recline. Seat was too upright therefore uncomfortable trip.

Tips

Arrive at least half hour before departure and E-Tickets need to check in 1st for paper tix.Arrive at least half hour before departure and E-Tickets need to check in 1st for paper tix.

Jason

4.0

June 30, 2019Vacation

Pros

Good price, not that shady, air conditioningGood price, not that shady, air conditioning

Cons

They told me to arrive 30 minutes early or else they might sell my seat. that seems pretty fakeThey told me to arrive 30 minutes early or else they might sell my seat. that seems pretty fake

Tips

Wear a long sleeve for wanda coach. they turn up the AC. Wear a long sleeve for wanda coach. they turn up the AC.