How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Worcester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Worcester start at R 645. The average price for this route is around R 981. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Worcester?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Worcester is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 380 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Worcester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Peter Pan , Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Worcester?

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

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Worcester produces an estimated 9 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 Philadelphia to Worcester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6381 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Worcester?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Worcester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Worcester from R 524 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Worcester on 2 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 30m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Philadelphia to Worcester on 3 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:30	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	6h 15m	21:45	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 30m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	09:33	30th Street Station	6h 2m	15:35	Union Station	No tags
	02:00	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 20m	10:20	Worcester Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	04:25	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 40m	14:05	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Worcester on 4 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	6h	03:00	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 30m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	09:33	30th Street Station	6h 42m	16:15	Union Station	No tags
	02:00	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 20m	10:20	Worcester Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	04:25	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 40m	14:05	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Worcester on 5 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 10m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 30m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
	02:00	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 20m	10:20	Worcester Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	04:25	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 40m	14:05	Worcester Union Station	No tags
	10:10	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	6h 50m	17:00	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Worcester on 6 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	6h 55m	20:40	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 30m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
	02:00	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 20m	10:20	Worcester Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	00:20	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h	10:20	Worcester Union Station	No tags
	15:30	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	6h 40m	22:10	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:48 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Worcester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Worcester. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 645, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

7h 30mAverage duration

380 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 645 - R 3 738	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 245 - R 5 706	Average duration10h 10m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Worcester?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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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

Stops in Worcester

A
Union Station
2 Washington Sq, Worcester, MA 01604
Visit page
B
146 P&R
530 Southwest Cutoff (Commuter service only), Millbury, MA 01527
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Peter Pan

4/56 406 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 472 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87472 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 645

Greyhound Philadelphia Worcester recent customer reviews

For 1 when I got the New Jersey the bus broke down so we had to get another bus and I had to wait for at least hour then when I got the Connecticut I had to go to Boston which was it my choice am I woman had to get me a Uber from Boston to Worcester because if she didn't I would have had to wait until 7:30 at Boston Boston to go to Worcester

Solomon S.

7 March 2020

FlixBus

3.5/511 859 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Worcester, US 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 Philadelphia to Worcester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Worcester start at R 645. The average price for this route is around R 981. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Worcester?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Worcester is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 380 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Worcester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Peter Pan, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Worcester?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Worcester at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Worcester?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Worcester produces an estimated 9 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 Philadelphia to Worcester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6381 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Worcester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Worcester?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Worcester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Worcester, US was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 549

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 Worcester, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 549 to R 1 471 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Worcester, US based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 549, which is on 2026-01-07.

Usually Peter Pan 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.