Bus Tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA

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TodayMay 14
from US$49
TomorrowMay 15
from US$43
FriMay 16
from US$43
SatMay 17
from US$43
SunMay 18
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MonMay 19
from US$43
TueMay 20
from US$47
WedMay 21
from US$46

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (Logan Airport)
    Operated by: Peter Pan + Peter Pan
    Peter Pan + Peter Pan
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (South Station)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (South Station)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (South Station)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Boston

Average PriceUS$33 - US$211Average Duration8h 10m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$39 - US$725Average Duration5h 59m
40kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Philadelphia to Boston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 5 hours 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

76train per day
5h 59mAverage Duration
US$39Cheapest ticket
40kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia to Boston: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$48
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 10m
Number of daily buses57
Earliest bus departure2:00am
Distance436 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

Philadelphia to Boston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia - Boston

  1. How long does it take to get to Boston from Philadelphia by bus?

    The typical travel time from Philadelphia to Boston by bus is around 8h 10m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Boston in 6h 30m

  2. What is the distance between Philadelphia and Boston?

    The distance covered from Philadelphia to Boston is 436 km (271 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Philadelphia to Boston?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Philadelphia Airport, in Philadelphia, and end it at South Station, in Boston.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia to Boston?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Philadelphia to Boston. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$33, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from Philadelphia to Boston?

    The bus fare from Philadelphia to Boston is approximately US$48.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05-12
US$63
05-13
US$42
Today
US$42
05-15
US$42
05-16
US$45
05-17
US$43
05-18
US$45
05-19
US$40
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia to Boston was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of US$40

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

You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$117 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Boston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40 which is on 2025-05-19.

Usually FlixBus Inc., Greyhound Lines, Inc. will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Philadelphia to Boston.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Philadelphia to Boston, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Boston.

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Did you know?

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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia to Boston?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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