How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to New Bern?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to New Bern start from $78. The average price for this route is around $158. 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 Philadelphia to New Bern?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to New Bern is 17h 35m, covering a distance of 351 miles (565 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to New Bern route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to New Bern at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to New Bern generates an estimated 14 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 Philadelphia to New Bern?

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 87435 reviews.

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

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 Philadelphia to New Bern?

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 Philadelphia to New Bern?

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 Philadelphia to New Bern from $166 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Bern on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 5m	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	Cheapest
	Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 55m	12:45pm	New Bern, NC	Fastest
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	17h 35m	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	19h	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Bern on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 55m	12:45pm	New Bern, NC	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	17h 35m	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 5m	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	19h	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Bern on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 55m	12:45pm	New Bern, NC	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	17h 35m	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 5m	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	19h	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Bern on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 55m	12:45pm	New Bern, NC	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	17h 35m	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 5m	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	19h	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Bern on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 5m	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	Cheapest
	Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 55m	12:45pm	New Bern, NC	Fastest
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	17h 35m	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	19h	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 7:27 AM EST.

Get from Philadelphia to New Bern

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

17h 35mAverage Duration

351 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,447 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

3.5/511,701 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to New Bern 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 Philadelphia to New Bern?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to New Bern start from $78. The average price for this route is around $158. 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 Philadelphia to New Bern?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to New Bern is 17h 35m, covering a distance of 351 miles (565 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to New Bern route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to New Bern?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to New Bern at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to New Bern?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to New Bern generates an estimated 14 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 Philadelphia to New Bern?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to New Bern?
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 Philadelphia to New Bern?
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 Philadelphia to New Bern?
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

12/20

$172

12/21

$206

Today

$171

12/23

$166

12/24

$213

12/25

$185

12/26

$187

12/27

$212

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to New Bern was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $166

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

You can expect to pay from $166 to $301 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New Bern based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2025-12-23.