- Must visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Buses per day
57
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 57 buses that leave New York, NY for Philadelphia, PA every day 54 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 130 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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 8602POmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 130 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA coaches for today, Monday 10 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fullington Trailways DOT# 120909 MC# 2796 | 13:00 New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 2h05 | 15:05 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h00 | 15:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:35 New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2h45 | 16:20 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8436P | 13:45 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2h00 | 15:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:05 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h10 | 16:15 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:30 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h00 | 16:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:10 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2h00 | 17:10 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:10 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h15 | 17:25 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h10 | 17:40 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Ivy Tours & Travels Inc 4201908 MC-1621196 | 15:30 New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 2h10 | 17:40 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:40 New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2h40 | 18:20 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8444P | 15:45 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2h00 | 17:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h00 | 18:00 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:45 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2h30 | 19:15 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8448P | 16:45 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2h00 | 18:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:50 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h20 | 19:10 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 2h00 | 19:00 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:10 New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2h35 | 19:45 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:10 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h50 | 20:00 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:30 New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 2h30 | 20:00 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100 | 17:30 New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 2h15 | 19:45 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:45 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h00 | 19:45 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8452P | 17:45 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2h00 | 19:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2h35 | 20:35 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:30 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2h20 | 20:50 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Fullington Trailways DOT# 120909 MC# 2796 | 18:30 New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 2h00 | 20:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8456P | 18:45 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2h00 | 20:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h10 | 21:10 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Ivy Tours & Travels Inc 4201908 MC-1621196 | 19:30 New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 2h10 | 21:40 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h25 | 21:55 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8460P | 19:45 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2h00 | 21:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:50 New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 2h05 | 21:55 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Ivy Tours & Travels Inc 4201908 MC-1621196 | 19:55 Jersey City, Washington Blvd (Newport railway station), NJ | 1h45 | 21:40 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1h55 | 21:55 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:00 New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2h30 | 22:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h00 | 23:00 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 21:31 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3h09 | 0:40 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:40 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h05 | 23:45 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8468P | 21:45 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2h00 | 23:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:30 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h10 | 0:40 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
+ FlixBus | 22:50 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h05 | 1:55 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 23:50 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h05 | 1:55 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100 | 23:59 New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 1h51 | 1:50 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 23:59 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3h11 | 3:10 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1 change | |
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PPB 8600P | 0:00 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 1h50 | 1:50 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 0:50 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h25 | 3:15 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h10 | 3:10 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1h40 | 3:00 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h30 | 5:00 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8602P | 3:00 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 1h50 | 4:50 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8604P | 5:30 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2h30 | 8:00 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1h50 | 7:20 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8412P | 7:45 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2h00 | 9:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1h50 | 9:50 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h00 | 11:00 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:10 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h20 | 11:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2h15 | 11:45 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:30 New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 2h00 | 11:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8420P | 9:45 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2h00 | 11:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:55 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1h55 | 11:50 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8424P | 10:45 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2h00 | 12:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 2h30 | 13:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100 | 11:00 New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 2h00 | 13:00 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h00 | 13:25 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:35 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h10 | 13:45 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8428P | 11:45 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2h00 | 13:45 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:55 New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2h35 | 14:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h05 | 14:05 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:20 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h30 | 14:50 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h00 | 14:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA run on average 64 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 60 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 130 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 130 km |
Average bus duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 64 |
Direct buses 60 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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 New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA buses use the New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. to Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park) station pair, with some services arriving at Philadelphia. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Philadelphia, PA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
New York, Port Authority Bus Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Port Authority Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station.
Available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street. ATMs are available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street.
Ticket office support is available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street.
Available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street: Accessible sidewalk and bus stop.
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.
Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South) is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are available at Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South).
Ticket office support is available at Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South).
Available at Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South): Wheelchair accessible area.
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.
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