How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Louisville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Louisville start from $117. The average price for this route is around $185. 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 Louisville?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Louisville is 23h 25m, covering a distance of 582 miles (938 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 5m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Louisville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Louisville at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Louisville generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Louisville?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Louisville?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Louisville?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Louisville?

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 Louisville from $82 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Louisville on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	18h 40m	6:45am	Louisville, KY	Cheapest
	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	18h 5m	10:00pm	Louisville, KY	Fastest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	18h 50m	12:20pm	Louisville, KY	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	23h 40m	1:30am	Louisville, KY	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	20h 30m	6:45am	Louisville, KY	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:25 AM EST.

Get from Philadelphia to Louisville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 23 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

23h 25mAverage Duration

582 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Louisville?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page Map
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page Map
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
Map
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
Map
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
Map
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
Map

Stops in Louisville

A
Louisville Greyhound Bus Station
720 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40203
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,997 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Louisville 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 Louisville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Louisville start from $117. The average price for this route is around $185. 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 Louisville?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Louisville is 23h 25m, covering a distance of 582 miles (938 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Louisville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Louisville?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Louisville at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Louisville?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Louisville generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Louisville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Louisville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Louisville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Louisville?
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

01/08

$116

01/09

$147

Today

$137

01/11

$174

01/12

$113

01/13

No data

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Louisville was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $113

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 Louisville, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $113 to $249 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Louisville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $113 which is on 2026-01-12.