How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Atlanta?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Atlanta start at R 1 196. The average price for this route is around R 1 826. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Atlanta?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Atlanta is 21h, covering a distance of 1074 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Atlanta route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Atlanta at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Atlanta produces an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Atlanta?

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 11504 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Philadelphia to Atlanta?

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 Philadelphia to Atlanta?

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 Philadelphia to Atlanta from R 1 072 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Atlanta on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	20h 30m	14:20	Atlanta Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 5m	09:15	Civic Center MARTA Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:30	199 Spring Garden St.	18h	09:30	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	18h 50m	05:05	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	21h 35m	17:35	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Atlanta on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	20h 30m	14:20	Atlanta Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 55m	11:25	Atlanta Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	20h 50m	09:35	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:30	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 55m	11:25	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	18h 5m	16:05	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Atlanta on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	20h 50m	09:35	Atlanta Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 55m	11:25	Atlanta Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:30	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 55m	11:25	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	20h 30m	14:20	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:40	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	1d	11:25	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Atlanta on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	20h 30m	14:20	Atlanta Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 55m	11:25	Atlanta Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 20m	05:05	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	20h 50m	09:35	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	18h 50m	05:05	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Atlanta on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	20h 30m	14:20	Atlanta Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 5m	09:15	Civic Center MARTA Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 20m	05:05	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	17h 15m	22:15	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	21h 35m	17:35	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Atlanta on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	20h 30m	14:20	Atlanta Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 5m	09:15	Civic Center MARTA Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 20m	05:05	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	17h 15m	22:15	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	21h 35m	17:35	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Atlanta on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	20h 30m	14:20	Atlanta Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 5m	09:15	Civic Center MARTA Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 20m	05:05	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	17h 15m	22:15	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	21h 35m	17:35	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Atlanta on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	20h 30m	14:20	Atlanta Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 5m	09:15	Civic Center MARTA Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 20m	05:05	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	17h 15m	22:15	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	21h 35m	17:35	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Atlanta

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 17 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 561, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

17h 5mAverage duration

1067 kmDistance

97kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 196 - R 5 205	Average duration21h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 561 - R 5 191	Average duration17h 5m	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Atlanta?

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
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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

Stops in Atlanta

A
Doraville Tornado Bus Station
3658 Shallowford Rd, Atlanta, GA 30340, USA
Visit page
B
Atlanta Airport
Visit page
C
Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station
232 Forsyth St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
D
Cleveland Ave
387 Cleveland Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315, USA
E
Doraville El Expreso Bus Station
4989 Buford Hwy NE, Chamblee, GA 30341, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 619 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87431 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 R 1 196

Greyhound Philadelphia Atlanta recent customer reviews

The only reason I gave the staff a three star rating was because the ticket staff in phiadelphia was rude and acted like she didn't want to help me when I got to the counter

Warren J.

21 August 2020

los autobuses están excelentes

Raul V.

1 October 2020

There were no drivers in richmond so we had to wait 6 hours

Milea G.

19 May 2019

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Atlanta, GA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Atlanta?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Atlanta start at R 1 196. The average price for this route is around R 1 826. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Atlanta?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Atlanta is 21h, covering a distance of 1074 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Atlanta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Atlanta?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Atlanta at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Atlanta?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Atlanta produces an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Atlanta?
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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Atlanta?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Philadelphia to Atlanta?
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 Philadelphia to Atlanta?
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

13/12

R 2 368

14/12

R 2 411

Today

R 2 299

16/12

R 2 040

17/12

R 1 728

18/12

R 1 850

19/12

R 2 299

20/12

R 2 230

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 728

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 Atlanta, GA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 728 to R 3 958 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 728, which is on 2025-12-17.

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.