Bus from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Newark to Philadelphia on 30 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Newark Penn Station
Schuylkill & WalnutCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Newark Penn Station
199 Spring Garden St.Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Newark Penn Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBusBus
Newark Penn Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
Peter PanBus
Newark Penn Station
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark 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 1 hour 6 minutes and with fares starting at just R 212, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

64train per day
1h 6mAverage duration
123 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 98 - R 2 162Average duration2h 56m
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 212 - R 5 915Average duration1h 6m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Philadelphia start at R 98. The average price for this route is around R 1 605. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Newark to Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from Newark to Philadelphia is 2h 56m, covering a distance of 104 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by La Cubana Xpress.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 66 buses available per day, including services from OurBus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan, La Cubana Xpress.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Philadelphia?

    The earliest bus departs from Newark to Philadelphia at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

    A bus trip from Newark to Philadelphia produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3188 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newark to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is La Cubana Xpress, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
27/01
R 326
28/01
R 277
Today
R 285
30/01
R 293
31/01
R 269
01/02
R 285
02/02
R 163
03/02
R 204
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 163

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 R 163 to R 1 872 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 R 163, which is on 2026-02-02.

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.

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