Bus Tickets from Reading, PA to Philadelphia, PA

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: March 31 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: 518 Penn Street
    Arrival time: March 31 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 12 Schuylkill Ave
    Operated by: OurBusOurBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 31 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: 518 Penn Street
    Arrival time: March 31 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 12 Schuylkill Ave
    Operated by: OurBusOurBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 31 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: 518 Penn Street
    Arrival time: March 31 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 12 Schuylkill Ave
    Operated by: OurBusOurBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 31 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: 518 Penn Street
    Arrival time: March 31 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: Philadelphia International Airport - Terminal C
    Operated by: OurBusOurBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Reading to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$31
Average Bus Trip Duration2h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure2:00am
Distance77 km
Latest bus departure8:40pm

Reading to Philadelphia Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Reading - Philadelphia

  1. How long does it take to get to Philadelphia from Reading by bus?

    The bus ride from Reading to Philadelphia takes 2h, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Philadelphia in 1h 30m

  2. What is the distance between Reading and Philadelphia?

    The distance between Reading and Philadelphia is approximately 81 km (50 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Philadelphia?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Reading to Philadelphia. Starting at US$22, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  4. How much is the bus from Reading to Philadelphia?

    You can expect to pay around US$31 for the bus ride from Reading to Philadelphia.

  5. Is it possible to do a day trip from Reading to Philadelphia?

    Yes, you can take a day trip from Reading to Philadelphia. The round-trip travel time is approximately 3h. Be sure to check the departure and arrival times before booking to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Philadelphia.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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03-29
US$24
03-30
US$24
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US$24
04-01
US$24
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US$24
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US$24
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US$24
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US$24
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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to Philadelphia, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Reading to Philadelphia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24 which is on 2025-04-01.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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