How much is the bus ticket from Durham to Philadelphia?

The cheapest coach tickets from Durham to Philadelphia start from €52. The average price for this route is around €62. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Durham to Philadelphia?

The average bus journey time from Durham to Philadelphia is 15h 10m, covering a distance of 548 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Durham to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durham to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Durham to Philadelphia at 02:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durham to Philadelphia?

A bus journey from Durham to Philadelphia produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Durham to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham to Philadelphia?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Durham to Philadelphia?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durham to Philadelphia?

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.

Bus Durham to Philadelphia from €43 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Durham to Philadelphia on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	17h 40m	15:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	17:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	9h 10m	02:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	9h 30m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	21:15	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	11h 30m	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	17h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Durham to Philadelphia on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	9h 30m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	02:40	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	9h 5m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	11h 15m	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	09:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	15h 30m	00:40	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	03:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	9h 55m	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Durham to Philadelphia on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	15h 10m	00:20	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	02:40	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	9h 5m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	11h 15m	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	09:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	15h 30m	00:40	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	03:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	9h 55m	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Durham to Philadelphia on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:40	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	9h 5m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:45	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	11h 20m	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	09:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	15h 30m	00:40	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	03:45	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	9h 15m	13:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	9h 30m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Durham to Philadelphia on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	15h 30m	00:40	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	02:40	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	10h 20m	13:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:40	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	12h 25m	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	02:40	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	18h	20:40	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
	Bus	09:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	13h	22:10	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 06:22 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Durham to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 9 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just €76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 33mAverage duration

548 kmDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€52 - €211	Average duration15h 10m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€76 - €247	Average duration9h 33m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Durham and Philadelphia?

Stops in Durham

A
Durham Greyhound Bus Station
515 W Pettigrew St , Durham, NC 27703
Visit page
B
Compare Foods Durham
2000-2004 NC-55, Durham, NC 27704, USA
C
Durham Compare Foods Durham
2000 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27704, USA
D
Durham, NC
E Main St at Roxboro St (WB), Durham, NC 27701, USA

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,136 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87516 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at €55

Greyhound Durham Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The bus was too tight and very late. I would never take Greyhound bus again.

Darren J.

1 October 2018

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA

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

How much is the bus ticket from Durham to Philadelphia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Durham to Philadelphia start from €52. The average price for this route is around €62. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Durham to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Durham to Philadelphia is 15h 10m, covering a distance of 548 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Durham to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durham to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Durham to Philadelphia at 02:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durham to Philadelphia?
A bus journey from Durham to Philadelphia produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Durham to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Durham to Philadelphia?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durham to Philadelphia?
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.

Best price found

21/01

€73

22/01

€59

Today

€81

24/01

€52

25/01

€67

26/01

€56

27/01

€44

28/01

€43

The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €43

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

You can expect to pay from €43 to €84 for a bus ticket from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €43, which is on 2026-01-28.

Usually FlixBus 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.