How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Utica?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Utica start at R 932. The average price for this route is around R 1 525. 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 Utica?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Utica is 11h 35m, covering a distance of 350 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Utica route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Utica at 03:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Utica produces an estimated 9 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 Utica?

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 Utica?

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 Utica?

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 Utica?

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 Utica from R 765 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Utica on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 20m	07:50	Utica Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Philadelphia to Utica on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 20m	07:50	Utica Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:20	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 35m	16:55	Utica Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	19:00	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 50m	07:50	Utica Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	13h 20m	16:55	Utica Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	10h 55m	16:55	Utica Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Utica on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:15	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	11h 35m	07:50	Utica Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 35m	16:55	Utica Bus Stop	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 5m	21:50	Utica Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	19:00	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 50m	07:50	Utica Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	13h 20m	16:55	Utica Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 7:07 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Utica

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Utica. The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 932, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

11h 35mAverage duration

350 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 932 - R 7 303	Average duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 107 - R 20 135	Average duration8h 1m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Utica?

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 Utica

A
Union Station
321 Main St, Utica, NY 13501
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 623 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Utica, NY 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 Utica?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Utica start at R 932. The average price for this route is around R 1 525. 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 Utica?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Utica is 11h 35m, covering a distance of 350 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Utica route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Utica?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Utica at 03:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Utica?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Utica produces an estimated 9 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 Utica?
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 Utica?
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 Utica?
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 Utica?
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 1 479

14/12

R 1 625

Today

R 1 169

16/12

R 1 599

17/12

No data

18/12

No data

19/12

R 1 273

20/12

R 1 290

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Utica, NY was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 169

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 Utica, NY as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 169 to R 2 270 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Utica, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 273, which is on 2025-12-19.

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.