How much is the bus ticket from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia start from $65. The average price for this route is around $129. 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 Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?

The average bus travel time from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia is 13h 35m, covering a distance of 505 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 51m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Rocky Mount to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia at 10:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rocky Mount to Philadelphia from $87 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rocky Mount to Philadelphia on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:45am	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	17h	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	5:10pm	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	11h 5m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45am	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	13h 35m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	11h 25m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Rocky Mount to Philadelphia on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:10pm	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	11h 5m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:45am	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	17h	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45am	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	13h 35m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	11h 25m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Rocky Mount to Philadelphia on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:10pm	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	11h 5m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:45am	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	17h	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45am	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	13h 35m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	11h 25m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Rocky Mount to Philadelphia on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:10pm	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	11h 5m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:45am	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	17h	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45am	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	13h 35m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	Rocky Mount Bus Stop	11h 25m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:21 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 13 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

13h 35mAverage Duration

505 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $389	Average Duration13h 35m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$99 - $2,894	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5608 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $144

Amtrak Rocky Mount Philadelphia recent customer reviews

One male worker was extremely rude while I was having a panic attack

Shanice S.

June 8, 2025

Quiet and fast arrival

Austin A.

June 21, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia, PA 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 Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia start from $65. The average price for this route is around $129. 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 Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia is 13h 35m, covering a distance of 505 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 51m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Rocky Mount to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia at 10:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

11-25

$200

11-26

$298

Today

$156

11-28

$182

11-29

$164

11-30

$185

12-01

$151

12-02

$108

The cheapest trip from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $108

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

You can expect to pay from $108 to $412 for a bus ticket from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $108 which is on 2025-12-02.