Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Newark on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
OurBusBus
Race Street (Between N 5th Street and N 6th)
Newark Penn Station, Ferry Street in front of P. Francisco ParkCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Newark Penn StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Newark Penn StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Newark Penn StationNo tags
OurBusBus
Philadelphia, PA
Newark AirportNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Newark

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

63train per day
1h 5mAverage duration
76 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£8 - £101Average duration2h 20m
3kg CO₂e
Average price£11 - £311Average duration1h 5m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Newark?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Newark start from £8. The average price for this route is around £26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Newark?

    The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Newark is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 80 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 15m and is operated by La Cubana Xpress.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Newark route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 61 buses available per day, including services from OurBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan, FlixBus, La Cubana Xpress.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Newark?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Newark at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Newark?

    A bus journey from Philadelphia to Newark produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Newark?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Newark?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Newark?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Newark?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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
25/11
£16
26/11
£16
Today
£18
28/11
£17
29/11
£13
30/11
£13
01/12
£12
02/12
£11
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £11

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 Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £11 to £90 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Greyhound, OurBus 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.

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