What is the distance between Memphis and Philadelphia?

The distance separating Memphis and Philadelphia is 878 miles (1417 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Memphis to Philadelphia?

If you're headed to Philadelphia from Memphis, chances are that your bus will leave from Airways Transit Center and arrive at Philadelphia Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?

Once in Philadelphia, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Barnes Foundation, Betsy Ross House, National Museum of Jewish History, Philadelphia Museum of Art and Independence Hall.

Bus Memphis to Philadelphia from $86 | Refundable Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: September 6 at 9:00am
Departure city: Memphis
Departure location: Memphis Bus Station
Arrival time: September 7 at 11:45am
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 1h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: September 6 at 1:00pm
Departure city: Memphis
Departure location: Memphis Bus Station
Arrival time: September 7 at 3:00pm
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 1h
Departure time: September 6 at 12:15am
Departure city: Memphis
Departure location: Memphis Bus Station
Arrival time: September 7 at 6:45am
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 5h
Departure time: September 6 at 5:00pm
Departure city: Memphis
Departure location: Memphis Bus Station
Arrival time: September 7 at 11:45pm
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: Schuylkill & Walnut
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 5h
Departure time: September 6 at 4:25am
Departure city: Memphis
Departure location: Memphis Bus Station
Arrival time: September 7 at 10:05am
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 4h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Memphis to Philadelphia.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$93 - $386	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$264 - $454	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 129kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Memphis to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

$93Cheapest ticket

35kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Memphis, TN to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$143

Average bus trip duration1d 6h

Number of daily buses23

Earliest bus departure12:15am

Distance877 miles (1413 km)

Latest bus departure9:20pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,220 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

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Memphis to Philadelphia Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Memphis to Philadelphia.

Bus service from Memphis to Philadelphia will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Memphis to Philadelphia, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Memphis and Philadelphia?

Stops in Memphis

A - Airways Transit Center

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - JFK Bd & N 30th St

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - Independence Travel Center

Frequently asked questions for your trip Memphis, TN - Philadelphia, PA

What is the distance between Memphis and Philadelphia?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Memphis to Philadelphia?
What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?

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$236

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$127

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$147

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$161

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$152

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$86

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$114

The cheapest trip from Memphis, TN to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of $86

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

You can expect to pay from $86 to $279 for a bus ticket from Memphis, TN to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2025-09-03.

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Memphis to Philadelphia, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Memphis to Philadelphia that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Memphis, TN to Philadelphia, PA?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 6h	Avg Price$143	Daily Departures23
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 18h	Avg Price$378	Daily Departures2

Will you be returning to Memphis, TN by bus?

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