Busbud recommends taking the train from Philadelphia to Hartford
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Hartford. The journey takes about 4 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
13train per day
4h 57mAverage Duration
$41Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions
Bus Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT: Trip Overview
Based on 6218 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Peter Pan ticket prices on this trip start at $40
Greyhound Philadelphia Hartford recent customer reviews
Worst customer service. Disgruntled employees, who hate their jobs make your experience the one to forget. Stay away from greyhound people!
1 out of 5 stars
Murari B.
The wifi was terrible. The internet connection was very poor so I really didn't have any form of entertainment for myself or my daughter.
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.
Greyhound Philadelphia Hartford recent customer reviews
Worst customer service. Disgruntled employees, who hate their jobs make your experience the one to forget. Stay away from greyhound people!
1 out of 5 stars
Murari B.
The wifi was terrible. The internet connection was very poor so I really didn't have any form of entertainment for myself or my daughter.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Greyhound Philadelphia Hartford recent customer reviews
Worst customer service. Disgruntled employees, who hate their jobs make your experience the one to forget. Stay away from greyhound people!
1 out of 5 stars
Murari B.
The wifi was terrible. The internet connection was very poor so I really didn't have any form of entertainment for myself or my daughter.
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What is the distance between Philadelphia and Hartford?
About 180 miles (291 km) separate Philadelphia and Hartford.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Hartford?
If you're headed to Hartford from Philadelphia, chances are that your bus will leave from Philadelphia Airport and arrive at Harford Union Station. 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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/21
$33
08/22
$55
Today
$37
08/24
$38
08/25
$35
08/26
$32
08/27
$32
08/28
$31
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT was searched and found on Aug 28, 2025 with a price of $31
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 Hartford, CT, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $120 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-08-28.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Philadelphia to Hartford.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Philadelphia to Hartford.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Philadelphia to Hartford.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Philadelphia to Hartford, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
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.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Philadelphia to Hartford
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT was searched and found on Aug 28, 2025 with a price of $31
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
