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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Durham Greyhound Bus Station | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Durham Greyhound Bus Station | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Durham Greyhound Bus Station | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Durham Greyhound Bus Station | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Durham Greyhound Bus Station | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Durham to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 9 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 471, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Durham and Philadelphia?
Stops in Durham
- A515 W Pettigrew St , Durham, NC 27703
- B
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2000-2004 NC-55, Durham, NC 27704, USA - C
Durham Compare Foods Durham
2000 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27704, USA - D
Durham, NC
E Main St at Roxboro St (WB), Durham, NC 27701, USA
Stops in Philadelphia
- A
Philadelphia Airport
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Durham to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durham to Philadelphia start at R 1 011. The average price for this route is around R 1 549. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Durham to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Durham to Philadelphia is 15h 10m, covering a distance of 551 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Durham to Philadelphia route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durham to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Durham to Philadelphia at 01:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durham to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Durham to Philadelphia produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Durham to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Durham to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Durham to Philadelphia?
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.
The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 085To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 085 to R 3 486 for a bus ticket from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 085, which is on 2025-12-25.
Usually Greyhound 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
