Bus from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gainesville to Philadelphia on December 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Cherry Hill MallCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Schuylkill & WalnutFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Philadelphia (Logan Square)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 1:43 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 16 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
16h 18mAverage Duration
615 milesDistance
90kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$102 - $461Average Duration1d 2h
25kg CO₂e
Average Price$144 - $810Average Duration16h 18m
90kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, GA 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Philadelphia start from $102. The average price for this route is around $171. 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 ride from Gainesville to Philadelphia?

    The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Philadelphia is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 615 miles (992 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Philadelphia at 8:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:25pm.

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

    A bus trip from Gainesville to Philadelphia generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12/24
$173
12/25
$124
Today
$231
12/27
$211
12/28
$149
12/29
$145
12/30
$132
12/31
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $124

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

You can expect to pay from $124 to $281 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $132 which is on 2025-12-30.

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