How much is the bus ticket from Durham to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Durham to Philadelphia start at R 1 012. The average price for this route is around R 1 306. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Durham to Philadelphia?

The average bus journey time from Durham to Philadelphia is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 550 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Durham to Philadelphia route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Durham to Philadelphia at 02:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.

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

A bus trip from Durham to Philadelphia produces an estimated 13.735400000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Durham to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12599 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham 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 offers the most punctual service from Durham to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durham 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 Durham to Philadelphia from R 959 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Durham to Philadelphia on 13 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:05	Durham	17h	15:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	Durham	9h 30m	06:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	Durham	17h 15m	14:30	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	Durham	17h 15m	14:30	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags

Next departures from Durham to Philadelphia on 14 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:05	Durham	9h 15m	02:20	Philadelphia Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	02:40	Durham	9h 5m	11:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:10	Durham	15h 15m	00:25	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	09:10	Durham	13h	22:10	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
	Bus	21:15	Durham	16h 10m	13:25	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:54 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Durham to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 9 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 448, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 33mAverage duration

548 kmDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 012 - R 3 316	Average duration13h 45m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 448 - R 4 146	Average duration9h 33m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Durham and Philadelphia?

Stops in Durham

A
Durham Greyhound Bus Station
515 W Pettigrew St , Durham, NC 27703
Visit page
B
Compare Foods Durham
2000-2004 NC-55, Durham, NC 27704, USA
C
Durham Compare Foods Durham
2000 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27704, USA
D
Durham, NC
E Main St at Roxboro St (WB), Durham, NC 27701, USA

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

FlixBus

3.5/512 629 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 553 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87553 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 079

Greyhound Durham Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The bus was too tight and very late. I would never take Greyhound bus again.

Darren J.

1 October 2018

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Durham to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durham to Philadelphia start at R 1 012. The average price for this route is around R 1 306. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Durham to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Durham to Philadelphia is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 550 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Durham to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durham to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Durham to Philadelphia at 02:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durham to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Durham to Philadelphia produces an estimated 13.735400000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Durham to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12599 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham 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 offers the most punctual service from Durham to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durham 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

11/05

R 1 682

12/05

R 984

Today

R 1 716

14/05

R 1 632

15/05

R 1 270

16/05

R 1 194

17/05

R 1 203

18/05

R 1 085

The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 12 May 2026 with a price of R 984

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

You can expect to pay from R 984 to R 2 641 for a bus ticket from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 085, which is on 2026-05-18.