How far is Durham from Philadelphia by coach?

The journey from Philadelphia to Durham by coach covers an approximate distance of 341 miles (550 km).

Is there a way to reach Durham from Philadelphia without flying?

To travel from Philadelphia to Durham without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Philadelphia to Durham from £39 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	04:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 20m	03:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:20	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 30m	03:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	13h 40m	08:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 55m	08:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 15m	02:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 15m	22:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:45	199 Spring Garden St.	13h 20m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 35m	14:35	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:20	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 5m	02:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 35m	14:35	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 15m	02:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 15m	22:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:45	199 Spring Garden St.	13h 20m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 45m	22:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Durham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 25mAverage duration

340 milesDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£43 - £211	Average duration13h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£53 - £222	Average duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,381 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,385 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Durham?

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

Stops in Durham

A - Durham Greyhound Bus Station

B - Compare Foods Durham

C - Durham Compare Foods Durham

D - Durham, NC

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US

How far is Durham from Philadelphia by coach?
The journey from Philadelphia to Durham by coach covers an approximate distance of 341 miles (550 km).
Is there a way to reach Durham from Philadelphia without flying?
To travel from Philadelphia to Durham without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

18/11

£70

19/11

£60

Today

£62

21/11

£67

22/11

£48

23/11

£67

24/11

£66

25/11

£79

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £48

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 Durham, NC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £48 to £116 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £48, which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually FlixBus 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.