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

Showing times and prices for 20 Apr

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£61

Fastest journey

6 h 40 m

Average duration

7 h 1 m

Buses per day

64

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 £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.

Fast coaches

Of the 64 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Boston, MA every day 7 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 7 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Greyhound
    7:257h10
    Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
    14:35Boston, Bus Terminal South Station
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    16:008h05
    Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
    0:05Boston, Bus Terminal South Station
    £441One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:158h35
    Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
    19:50Boston, Bus Terminal South Station
    £461One-way
    0 changes
  • Greyhound
    14:007h50
    Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
    21:50Boston, Bus Terminal South Station
    £461One-way
    0 changes

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 £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. 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 £29, and a flight costs an average of £53.

Distance: 435 km

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Flight

£49

Average Price

Cheapest

£127

Average Price

£162

Average Price

7h 21m

Average total duration

6h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 43m

Average total duration

6h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 26m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

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, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
peterpanbusPPB 8774 · PPB 56063:25 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h45
11:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
ams_infobusundefined · undefined3:25 Philadelphia, PA
7h45
11:10 Boston, MA1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus3:35 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h40
11:15 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8774 · PPB 56063:40 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
7h30
11:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhound+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:25 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h35
12:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhoundundefined · undefined6:00 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h35
14:35 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8507 · PPB 56186:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h15
13:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
ams_infobusundefined · undefined6:30 Philadelphia, PA
7h15
13:45 Boston, MA1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8507 · PPB 56186:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
6h55
13:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus7:00 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h10
15:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station2 changes
greyhound7:25 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h10
14:35 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
ams_infobusundefined · undefined7:30 Philadelphia, PA
7h40
15:10 Boston, MA1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8511 · PPB 56227:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h40
15:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8511 · PPB 5622+transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesBZ 05487:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h40
16:10 Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA2 changes
peterpanbusPPB 8511 · PPB 56227:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
7h20
15:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8511 · PPB 5622+transcor_peter_pan_bus_linesBZ 05487:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
8h20
16:10 Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:00 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h40
15:40 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhound+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:20 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
6h50
15:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
ams_infobusundefined · undefined8:30 Philadelphia, PA
8h15
16:45 Boston, MA1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8515 · PPB 56308:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h15
16:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:45 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h30
16:15 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8515 · PPB 56308:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
7h55
16:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhoundundefined · undefined9:25 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h20
17:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhound9:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h15
17:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
peterpanbusPPB 8519 · PPB 56309:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h15
16:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhoundundefined · undefined9:45 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
9h05
18:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8519 · PPB 56309:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
6h55
16:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:35 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h25
19:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:15 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h35
19:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhound11:45 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h15
20:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:15 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
9h10
21:25 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhound12:20 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h40
20:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
ams_infobusundefined · undefined12:30 Philadelphia, PA
7h15
19:45 Boston, MA1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8531 · PPB 564212:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h15
19:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8531 · PPB 564212:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
6h55
19:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhoundundefined · undefined13:10 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h40
21:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus13:20 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h05
21:25 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
ams_infobusundefined · undefined13:30 Philadelphia, PA
7h40
21:10 Boston, MA1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8535 · PPB 564613:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h40
21:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhound13:45 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h05
21:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8535 · PPB 564613:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
7h20
21:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8537 · PPB 565614:00 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h45
21:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
ams_infobusundefined · undefined14:00 Philadelphia, PA
7h45
21:45 Boston, MA1 change
greyhound14:00 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h50
21:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus14:15 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
9h15
23:30 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8537 · PPB 565614:20 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
7h25
21:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhoundundefined · undefined14:25 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h15
22:40 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8539 · PPB 565614:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h15
21:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus14:45 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h05
22:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8539 · PPB 565614:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
6h55
21:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8541 · PPB 565415:00 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h10
23:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
ams_infobusundefined · undefined15:00 Philadelphia, PA
8h10
23:10 Boston, MA1 change
greyhoundundefined · undefined15:15 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h44
23:59 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8541 · PPB 565415:20 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
7h50
23:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8543 · PPB 565415:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h40
23:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhoundundefined · undefined15:45 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h35
0:20 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station2 changes
peterpanbusPPB 8543 · PPB 565415:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
7h20
23:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8547 · PPB 566216:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
8h40
1:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
ams_infobusundefined · undefined16:30 Philadelphia, PA
8h40
1:10 Boston, MA1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8547 · PPB 566216:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
8h20
1:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8551 · PPB 566217:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h40
1:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus17:45 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
11h00
4:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhoundundefined · undefined17:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
11h20
5:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8551 · PPB 566217:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
7h20
1:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8555 · PPB 566618:30 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
7h15
1:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
ams_infobusundefined · undefined18:30 Philadelphia, PA
7h15
1:45 Boston, MA1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus18:45 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
10h00
4:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
peterpanbusPPB 8555 · PPB 566618:50 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N Christopher Columbus Blvd, PA
6h55
1:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhoundundefined · undefined19:00 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
10h30
5:30 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
Monday 20 April
greyhoundundefined · undefined20:10 Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
9h20
5:30 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhound22:30 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
6h40
5:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
greyhoundundefined · undefined2:00 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
9h00
11:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:20 Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h05
9:25 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA coaches with Omio?

Greyhound as well as FlixBus or Peter Pan Bus offer coaches services from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA.
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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 30 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.

There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 22:30. 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 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Buses per day
30
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
6h 40m
First bus
0:20
Last bus
22:30
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
28 days
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, Peter Pan Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MAYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA with Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus for as low as £29. 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
7h 10m
Cheapest Price
£32
FlixBus frequency
11 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.
Learn more about FlixBus

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
17 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.

Peter Pan Bus

About
Peter Pan Bus Lines is one of the largest privately-owned motorcoach companies in the USA, serving over 100 communities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. Founded in 1933, it remains a family-owned business. The company offers daily express service to major metropolitan areas such as Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., and is a primary provider for routes like Boston to Cape Cod. Peter Pan buses are equipped with amenities like comfortable seating, power outlets, and Wi-Fi on most coaches. They are also known for eliminating booking fees for tickets purchased directly through their website or app.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 40m
Cheapest Price
£50
Peter Pan Bus frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
Each ticketed passenger is allowed one carry-on bag (up to 25 lbs) and one stowed bag (up to 50 lbs) for free.
Additional luggage
Additional stowed bags are allowed, limited to three extra items, for a fee of $5.00 each, with a maximum weight of 50 lbs per bag.
Cancellation Policy
All Peter Pan tickets are non-refundable unless a refundable fare option was specifically purchased.
Pregnant on board
Pregnant passengers are allowed on board.
Unaccompagned minor
Children 15 years of age and younger cannot travel alone and must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or another passenger at least 16 years old.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat selection is generally first-come, first-served, but priority seating is available for seniors and individuals with disabilities, and reserved seats may be offered on select routes for an additional fee.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
All Peter Pan buses are wheelchair accessible and can accommodate both manual and power wheelchairs, with a maximum combined weight of 650 lbs for the person and chair.
Pets
Small dogs and cats are allowed on board in a carrier.

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 £29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA is £49; 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 22:30.
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, Peter Pan Bus 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.
  • Peter Pan Bus
    • All Peter Pan buses are wheelchair accessible and can accommodate both manual and power wheelchairs, with a maximum combined weight of 650 lbs for the person and chair.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA for coach company Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus.
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.
  • Peter Pan Bus
    • All Peter Pan tickets are non-refundable unless a refundable fare option was specifically purchased.
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).
  • Peter Pan Bus
    • Each ticketed passenger is allowed one carry-on bag (up to 25 lbs) and one stowed bag (up to 50 lbs) for free.
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.
  • Peter Pan Bus
    • Additional stowed bags are allowed, limited to three extra items, for a fee of $5.00 each, with a maximum weight of 50 lbs per bag.
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.
  • Peter Pan Bus
    • Small dogs and cats are allowed on board in a carrier.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA with the following coach company: Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA with the following coach company: Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA with the following coach company: Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus.

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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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