Next departures for Houston to Philadelphia on November 23
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Houston Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Greyhound + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Cherry Hill Mall
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Houston Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.
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Greyhound + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Philadelphia (Logan Square)
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Greyhound + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Philadelphia
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Greyhound Houston Philadelphia recent customer reviews
Bus r very late nobady helps when the customer care made mistake giving reboarding pass had to wait 6 hours for next bus
1 out of 5 stars
Claron R.
Two buses were late to get to the station. As a result I had to wait 11hrs for the net one
Based on 5600 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $312
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 33 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Valley Transit ticket prices on this trip start at $104
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA by bus
How far is Houston from Philadelphia?
Houston and Philadelphia are 1338 miles (2159 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Houston to Philadelphia?
Most of the buses traveling from Houston to Philadelphia leave from Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway and arrive at Philadelphia Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?
Once in Philadelphia, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are National Museum of Jewish History, Arden Theatre Company, Citizens Bank Park, Please Touch Museum and Shofuso Japanese House and Garden.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/22
$319
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11/24
$154
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11/27
$150
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The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $150
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $150 to $1,368 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $150 which is on 2025-11-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $150
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
