How much is the bus ticket from Petersburg to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Petersburg to Philadelphia start from $33. The average price for this route is around $73. 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 Petersburg to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Petersburg to Philadelphia is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 225 miles (363 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 27m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Petersburg to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Petersburg to Philadelphia at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Petersburg to Philadelphia generates an estimated 9 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 Petersburg 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.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Petersburg to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Petersburg 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.

Bus Petersburg to Philadelphia from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Petersburg to Philadelphia on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:55am	Petersburg Transportation Center	7h 5m	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	11h 10m	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	10h 50m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	8h 40m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Philadelphia on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:55am	Petersburg Transportation Center	7h 5m	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	11h 10m	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	10h 50m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	8h 40m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Philadelphia on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:55am	Petersburg Transportation Center	7h 5m	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	11h 10m	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	10h 50m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	8h 40m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Philadelphia on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:55am	Petersburg Transportation Center	7h 5m	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	11h 10m	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	10h 50m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	8h 40m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:37 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Petersburg 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 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

10h 50mAverage Duration

225 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $188	Average Duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$42 - $1,523	Average Duration6h 7m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 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.

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Petersburg 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 Petersburg to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Petersburg to Philadelphia start from $33. The average price for this route is around $73. 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 Petersburg to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Petersburg to Philadelphia is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 225 miles (363 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 27m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Petersburg to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Petersburg to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Petersburg to Philadelphia at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Petersburg to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Petersburg to Philadelphia generates an estimated 9 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 Petersburg 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Petersburg to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Petersburg to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Petersburg 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

$75

11/26

$85

Today

$54

11/28

$67

11/29

$102

11/30

$127

12/01

$61

12/02

$71

The cheapest trip from Petersburg to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $54

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

You can expect to pay from $54 to $251 for a bus ticket from Petersburg to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-01.