Find coaches from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA

Next departures

Next departures from Newark to Philadelphia on 3 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Peter Pan
Newark Penn Station
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Newark Penn Station
199 Spring Garden St.Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Newark Penn Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus
Newark Penn Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
Peter Pan
Newark Penn Station
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Philadelphia

Bus
Average priceUS$15 - US$133Average duration2h 50m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$13 - US$364Average duration1h 7m
11kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Newark to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 hour 7 minutes and with fares starting at just US$13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

53train per day
1h 7mAverage duration
US$13Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$120
Average bus trip duration2h 50m
Number of daily buses63
Earliest bus departure00:20
Distance80 miles
Latest bus departure23:15

Newark to Philadelphia Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Newark to Philadelphia. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Newark to Philadelphia will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Newark to Philadelphia, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Newark, NJ - Philadelphia, PA

  1. What's the distance between Newark and Philadelphia by coach?

    The distance between Newark and Philadelphia by coach is approximately 76 miles (122 km).

  2. How can I get from Newark to Philadelphia without driving?

    The best way to go from Newark to Philadelphia without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
31/08
US$21
01/09
US$21
Today
US$19
03/09
US$17
04/09
US$15
05/09
US$17
06/09
US$17
07/09
US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 4 Sept 2025 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$115 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$15, which is on 2025-09-04.

Usually OurBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Newark and Philadelphia!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Newark to Philadelphia, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Newark to Philadelphia that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Newark to Philadelphia, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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