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Pros: It was ok. Cons: There was no wifi. Tips: Bring a snack and a neck pillow.
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There are 2 intercity buses per day from Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia. Traveling by bus from Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia usually takes around 3 hours and 50 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 97 mi (156 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 50m |
Cheapest price | DKK 389.81 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
Bus lines | 2 |
Average score for buses from Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia
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5.0
Pros: It was ok. Cons: There was no wifi. Tips: Bring a snack and a neck pillow.
Bus tickets for a trip from Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia cost DKK 389.81 on average. Tickets cheaper than DKK 389.81 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Booking a few days before your trip can make your ticket cheaper than booking day-of.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 3h 50m | DKK 417.66 |
Martz | 1 | 3h 50m | DKK 389.81 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia start at DKK 418. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book Martz from Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia from DKK 390. Typically there is one Martz schedule per day from Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia and you can expect on average to pay for a Martz ticket to Philadelphia. In Wilkes-Barre, Martz departs to Philadelphia from Intermodal Transp Ctr . In Philadelphia, Martz arrives at 30th St Station - 2955 Market St .
An average trip on Martz from Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia takes 3 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Martz offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Philadelphia.
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 97 miles from Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia. 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00am. To see the times for all buses from Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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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.
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.
Most buses depart from the main station in Wilkes-Barre.
Intermodal Transp Ctr
Image credit: Ben Schumin
Link to image attributionAll buses from Wilkes-Barre arrive at one main station in Philadelphia.
30th St Station - 2955 Market St
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