Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Philadelphia to Knoxville on January 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Knoxville Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
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Cherry Hill Mall
Knoxville Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
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Cherry Hill Mall
Knoxville Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
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Philadelphia (Logan Square)
Knoxville Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
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Philadelphia (Logan Square)
Knoxville Bus StationNo tags

Get from Philadelphia to Knoxville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours, and with fares starting at just $122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
22hAverage Duration
884 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Knoxville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Knoxville start from $122. The average price for this route is around $239. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Knoxville?

    The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Knoxville is 22h, covering a distance of 884 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Knoxville route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Knoxville?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Knoxville at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Knoxville?

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Knoxville generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Knoxville?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Knoxville?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Knoxville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Knoxville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $131

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $131 to $133 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $131 which is on 2026-01-17.

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