Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA bus with Greyhound

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA

Showing times and prices for 06 Mar

Cheapest price

£50

Average price

£57

Fastest journey

6 h 40 m

Average duration

6 h 51 m

Buses per day

70

Distance

435 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.

Fast coaches

Of the 70 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Boston, MA every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 435 km distance in an average of 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.

Greyhound
12:207h40
Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
20:00Boston, Bus Terminal South Station
£501One-way
0 changes
Peter Pan Bus LinesPPB 8541 · PPB 5654
15:008h10
Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
23:10Boston, Bus Terminal South Station
£521One-way
1 change
Peter Pan Bus LinesPPB 8507 · PPB 5622 · BZ 0548
06:509h20
Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
16:10Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA
£521One-way
2 changes
Peter Pan Bus LinesPPB 8507 · PPB 5622 · BZ 0548
06:309h40
Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
16:10Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA
£521One-way
2 changes
Peter Pan Bus LinesPPB 8543 · PPB 5654
15:307h40
Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
23:10Boston, Bus Terminal South Station
£521One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £53.

Distance: 435 km

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Flight

£46

Average Price

Cheapest

£114

Average Price

£141

Average Price

7h 19m

Average total duration

6h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 43m

Average total duration

6h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 25m

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3h 0m

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0.4 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.3 - 2.6kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA bus times

The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA coaches for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:04
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
greyhoundundefined · undefined07:00 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
9h25
16:25 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus07:15 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h10
14:25 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
ams_infobusundefined · undefined08:40 Philadelphia, PA
7h30
16:10 Boston, MA1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus08:55 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h20
16:15 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhound+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus09:25 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h35
17:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
ams_infobusundefined · undefined10:30 Philadelphia, PA
9h40
20:10 Boston, MA1 change
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8503 · PPB 562210:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
9h40
20:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8503 · PPB 562210:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
9h20
20:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhoundundefined · undefined11:00 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h35
19:35 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
ams_infobusundefined · undefined · undefined11:30 Philadelphia, PA
9h40
21:10 Boston, MA2 changes
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8507 · PPB 5622 · BZ 054811:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
9h40
21:10 Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA2 changes
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8507 · PPB 562211:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h40
20:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8507 · PPB 5622 · BZ 054811:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
9h20
21:10 Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA2 changes
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8507 · PPB 562211:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
8h20
20:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhound12:25 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h10
19:35 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8511 · PPB 562212:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h40
20:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8511 · PPB 5622 · BZ 054812:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h40
21:10 Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA2 changes
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8511 · PPB 5622 · BZ 054812:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
8h20
21:10 Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA2 changes
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8511 · PPB 562212:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
7h20
20:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus13:00 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h40
20:40 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhound+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus13:20 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
6h50
20:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus13:45 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h30
21:15 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhoundundefined · undefined14:45 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
9h05
23:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8523 · PPB 563815:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h40
00:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
ams_infobusundefined · undefined15:30 Philadelphia, PA
8h40
00:10 Boston, MA1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus15:35 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h25
00:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8523 · PPB 563815:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
8h20
00:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus16:15 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h35
00:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhound16:45 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h15
01:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhound17:20 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h40
01:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
greyhoundundefined · undefined18:10 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h40
02:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhound18:45 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h05
02:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhound19:00 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h50
02:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
greyhoundundefined · undefined19:25 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h15
03:40 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8539 · PPB 565419:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h40
04:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
ams_infobusundefined · undefined19:30 Philadelphia, PA
8h40
04:10 Boston, MA1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus19:45 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h45
04:30 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8539 · PPB 565419:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
8h20
04:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhoundundefined · undefined20:15 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h44
04:59 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8543 · PPB 565420:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h40
04:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesPPB 8543 · PPB 565420:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
7h20
04:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhound21:00 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
6h25
03:25 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhound21:30 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h10
05:40 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhound22:20 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h20
05:40 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
Friday 6 March
greyhound00:30 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
6h25
06:55 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
greyhoundundefined · undefined01:00 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
9h30
10:30 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhound01:00 Philadelphia, PA
9h30
10:30 Boston, MA0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA

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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA run on average 28 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.

There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 435 km distance in 6h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
435 km
Average bus duration
6h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Buses per day
28
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
6h 40m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MAYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 50m
Cheapest Price
£26
FlixBus frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Greyhound

About
Greyhound Lines, Inc. is a prominent American intercity bus transportation provider, established in 1914. It operates the largest intercity bus network in the United States, also extending services to Canada and Mexico. Greyhound is known for offering affordable and reliable long-distance travel, connecting major cities and rural communities across North America. The company's buses are equipped with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and extra legroom to enhance passenger comfort. Greyhound is a subsidiary of Flix SE, which also owns FlixBus, and together they offer an extensive network of over 1,600 destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 40m
Cheapest Price
£29
Greyhound frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
Additional luggage
$15 per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.

FAQs: Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA is £46; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA is 6h 40m to travel the 435 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA leaves at 0:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA leaves at 23:30.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA with Greyhound, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA, you can count on Greyhound, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Boston, MA. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Philadelphia, PA and Boston, MA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Boston, MA from Philadelphia, PA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Philadelphia, PA and Boston, MA including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA:
  • Greyhound
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA for coach company Greyhound, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA depends on the coach companies:
  • Greyhound
    • You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Greyhound, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA:
  • Greyhound
    • One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA:
  • Greyhound
    • $15 per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA with the following coach company: Greyhound, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA with the following coach company: Greyhound, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA with the following coach company: Greyhound, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Philadelphia, PA and Boston, MA

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The major coach station for departures in Philadelphia is Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park) for your trip from Philadelphia to Boston.
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