Bus from Harrisburg to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Harrisburg to Philadelphia on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
OurBusBus
Harrisburg, PA
Philadelphia Mills - RED LotCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Harrisburg Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Harrisburg Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Harrisburg Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Harrisburg Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Harrisburg 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 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day
1h 45mAverage Duration
92 milesDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$17 - $65Average Duration2h 30m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$32 - $75Average Duration1h 45m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Harrisburg to Philadelphia start from $17. The average price for this route is around $35. 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 Harrisburg to Philadelphia?

    The average bus trip duration from Harrisburg to Philadelphia is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 94 miles (152 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, OurBus, Fullington, Amtrak.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Harrisburg to Philadelphia at 4:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

    A bus trip from Harrisburg to Philadelphia generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Harrisburg to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Harrisburg to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
11/25
$33
11/26
$38
Today
$34
11/28
$10
11/29
$10
11/30
$10
12/01
$29
12/02
$26
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $10

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

You can expect to pay from $10 to $85 for a bus ticket from Harrisburg to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-11-28.

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.

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