How much is the bus ticket from Louisville to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Louisville to Philadelphia start from $96. The average price for this route is around $148. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Louisville to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Louisville to Philadelphia is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 562 miles (906 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Louisville to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Louisville to Philadelphia at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Louisville to Philadelphia generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Louisville to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Louisville 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 has the most timely service from Louisville to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Louisville 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.

Bus Louisville to Philadelphia from $110 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Louisville to Philadelphia on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:50pm	Louisville, KY	22h 10m	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	2:50pm	Louisville, KY	1d 1h	4:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	2:50pm	Louisville, KY	1d 5h	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	2:50pm	Louisville, KY	1d 5h	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:25pm	Louisville, KY	1d 5h	11:25pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Get from Louisville to Philadelphia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

562 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Louisville and Philadelphia?

Stops in Louisville

A
Louisville Greyhound Bus Station
720 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40203

Stops in Philadelphia

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,492 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Louisville 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Louisville to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Louisville to Philadelphia start from $96. The average price for this route is around $148. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Louisville to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Louisville to Philadelphia is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 562 miles (906 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Louisville to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Louisville to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Louisville to Philadelphia at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Louisville to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Louisville to Philadelphia generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Louisville to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Louisville 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 has the most timely service from Louisville to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Louisville 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.

Best price found

11/29

No data

11/30

$320

Today

$161

12/02

$167

12/03

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12/04

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12/05

$110

12/06

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The cheapest trip from Louisville to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $110

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

You can expect to pay from $110 to $359 for a bus ticket from Louisville to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $110 which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually FlixBus 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.