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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Newton (Citgo) | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Newton (Citgo) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Newton (Citgo) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Cherry Hill Mall | Newton (Citgo) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Schuylkill & Walnut | Newton (Citgo) | No tags |
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Get from Philadelphia to Hickory
The journey takes about 18 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Hickory 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 Philadelphia to Hickory?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Hickory start from $108. The average price for this route is around $126. 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 Philadelphia to Hickory?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Hickory is 18h 10m, covering a distance of 449 miles (723 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Hickory route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Hickory?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Hickory at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Hickory?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Hickory generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Hickory was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $100To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Hickory, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $100 to $125 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Hickory based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $121 which is on 2025-12-18.
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