How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Philadelphia start from $41. The average price for this route is around $57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Charlottesville to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Charlottesville to Philadelphia is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 223 miles (359 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Philadelphia at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15am.

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

A bus trip from Charlottesville to Philadelphia generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Charlottesville to Philadelphia from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Philadelphia on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 40m	8:55pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	7h 50m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	8h 30m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 25m	8:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 20m	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Philadelphia on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 25m	8:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	7h 50m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	8h 30m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 20m	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 40m	8:55pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Philadelphia on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	7h 50m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	8h 30m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	11h 50m	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 20m	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 40m	8:55pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Philadelphia on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	11h 50m	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	7h 50m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	8h 30m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 20m	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 40m	8:55pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Philadelphia on January 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 20m	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	7h 50m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	8h 30m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	11h 50m	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 40m	8:55pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Philadelphia on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	11h 50m	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	7h 50m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	8h 30m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 20m	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 40m	8:55pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

5h 7mAverage Duration

222 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $195	Average Duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$32 - $546	Average Duration5h 7m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Philadelphia?

Stops in Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
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

Greyhound

3.5/587,461 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Philadelphia, PA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Philadelphia start from $41. The average price for this route is around $57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charlottesville to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Charlottesville to Philadelphia is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 223 miles (359 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlottesville to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Philadelphia at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlottesville to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Charlottesville to Philadelphia generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/27

$128

12/28

$131

Today

$101

12/30

$69

12/31

$66

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $66

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

You can expect to pay from $66 to $131 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2025-12-31.