Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioned
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£49
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£73
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 45 m
Buses on 18 Sept
27
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 27 buses from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 435 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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PPB 5708P · PPB 8428P
PPB 5741P · PPB 8460P
PPB 5732P · PPB 8452P
PPB 5749P · PPB 8468POmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a flight costs an average of £170.
Distance: 435 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price | £170 Average Price | £67 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA:
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £84.
A coach is £125 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £170.
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 51m.
Train takes on average 6h 5m.
Tickets start at around £44 compared to roughly £67 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £23. The journey takes 5h 51m versus 5h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Greyhound, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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+ FlixBus | 1:30 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h10 | 8:40 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1 change | |
· | 2:15 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 9h15 | 11:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1 change | |
PPB 5705P · PPB 8428P | 6:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h45 | 13:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1 change | |
BZ 0503B · PPB 5713P · PPB 8436P | 6:45 Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 9h00 | 15:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:20 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h10 | 14:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h30 | 15:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1 change | |
PPB 5713P · PPB 8436P | 8:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h45 | 15:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1 change | |
· | 8:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 8h05 | 16:15 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:55 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h25 | 16:20 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 5721P · PPB 8448P | 10:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 8h45 | 18:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1 change | |
PPB 5721P · PPB 8444P | 10:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h45 | 17:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1 change | |
· | 10:30 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 8h40 | 19:10 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1 change | |
PPB 5729P · PPB 8452P | 12:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h45 | 19:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1 change | |
PPB 5729P · PPB 8456P | 12:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 8h45 | 20:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h30 | 19:45 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1 change | |
BZ 0527B · PPB 5737P · PPB 8460P | 12:45 Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 9h00 | 21:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 2 changes | |
PPB 5732P · PPB 8460P | 13:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 8h45 | 21:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1 change | |
PPB 5732P · PPB 8452P | 13:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 6h45 | 19:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1 change | |
PPB 5732P · PPB 8456P | 13:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h45 | 20:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:15 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h35 | 20:50 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1 change | |
PPB 5737P · PPB 8460P | 14:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h45 | 21:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:05 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h25 | 22:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 5744P · PPB 8468P | 16:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h45 | 23:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1 change | |
FlixBus+![]() | 17:15 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h25 | 0:40 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1 change | |
PPB 5753P · PPB 8600P | 18:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h50 | 1:50 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:15 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h40 | 1:55 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:15 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 6h45 | 3:00 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 32 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £23 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 435 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 435 km |
Average bus duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Discover the best of Philadelphia, PA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Philadelphia, PA trip today.
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Engaging science museum with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly displays. Good for curious visitors of all ages.
Compact museum focused on Rodin sculptures in a peaceful Beaux-Arts setting. Ideal for a quieter art stop near the Parkway.
Historic square and green in the Old City area, surrounded by major independence sites. Useful as a starting point for walking the district.
Popular urban trail and park along the Delaware River with lawns, hammocks, seasonal attractions, and open river views.
Large riverside park with boat houses, trails, and skyline views. Excellent for walking, running, and seeing a greener side of the city.
A long roll filled with thinly sliced beef and melted cheese, often with fried onions. It is Philadelphia’s signature street-food sandwich.
A soft pretzel with a figure-of-eight shape and chewy texture, commonly sold by street vendors and bakeries across the city.
A roast pork sandwich with slow-roasted pork, sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. It is a classic Italian-American Philadelphia speciality.
Historic indoor market with many traders serving roast pork, pretzels, pastries and other Philadelphia staples in a lively casual setting.
Classic South Philadelphia sandwich shop best known for roast pork sandwiches with broccoli rabe and sharp provolone.
Established restaurant serving refined Pennsylvania Dutch and Mid-Atlantic cooking in an elegant but relaxed City Center dining room.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels are often pricey, but dining and SEPTA fares are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafés: small change or $1 per drink is common.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA buses use the Boston, Bus Terminal South Station to Philadelphia, Greyhound Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park). Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Philadelphia, PA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Boston, Bus Terminal South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food and cafe options available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station.
Available at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station: Fully accessible with ramps and elevators.
Boston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and coffee shop available on site
Free WiFi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM located near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Boston.
Available at Boston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boston: Wheelchair accessible ramps and restrooms.
Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street is 2 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street. ATMs are available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street.
Ticket office support is available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street.
Available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street: Bus stop is accessible for passengers with disabilities.
Philadelphia, Greyhound Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bars and vending machines are available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are an ATM is available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Philadelphia, Greyhound Bus Station.
Available at Philadelphia, Greyhound Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Philadelphia, Greyhound Bus Station: The station is wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park) is 2 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park). ATMs are available at Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park).
Ticket office support is available at Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park).
Available at Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park): The bus stop is accessible with ramps.
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