How do I get from Durham to Philadelphia without flying?

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. Both are convenient and eco-friendly ways to travel to Philadelphia. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from Durham to Philadelphia?

The average travel time from Durham to Philadelphia is about 12h 50m, although the fastest bus will take 8h 35m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 341 miles (550 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Durham from Philadelphia?

The distance between the two cities is 341 miles (550 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Durham to Philadelphia?

Most of the buses traveling from Durham to Philadelphia leave from Durham Greyhound Bus Station and arrive at Philadelphia Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Philadelphia?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $56.

How much does a bus ticket from Durham to Philadelphia cost?

The average bus ticket price from Durham to Philadelphia is $70. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $56 to $227, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?

Once in Philadelphia, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Philadelphia Museum of Art, Love Park, The Franklin Institute, Schuylkill River Trail and Arden Theatre Company.

Durham (NC), US to Philadelphia (PA) Bus Tickets

TodayApr 30

from $64

TomorrowMay 1

from $56

FriMay 2

from $69

SatMay 3

from $75

SunMay 4

from $71

MonMay 5

TueMay 6

WedMay 7

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 1 at 5:05pm
Departure city: Durham
Departure location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: May 2 at 2:00am
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 55m
Departure time: May 1 at 9:15am
Departure city: Durham
Departure location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: May 1 at 9:55pm
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 40m
Departure time: May 1 at 2:40am
Departure city: Durham
Departure location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: May 1 at 1:00pm
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 20m
Departure time: May 1 at 7:40pm
Departure city: Durham
Departure location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: May 2 at 6:45am
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 5m
Departure time: May 1 at 9:10pm
Departure city: Durham
Departure location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: May 2 at 8:50am
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 40m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Philadelphia.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$56 - $227	Average Duration12h 50m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$82 - $290	Average Duration9h 33m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Durham to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 9 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just $82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 33mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest ticket

50kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Durham to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$70

Average bus trip duration12h 50m

Number of daily buses17

Earliest bus departure1:25am

Distance340 miles (548 km)

Latest bus departure9:55pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,442 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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.

Greyhound

3.5/586,952 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

Greyhound Durham Philadelphia recent customer reviews

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

Darren J.

October 1, 2018

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Durham to Philadelphia Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Durham to Philadelphia. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Durham to Philadelphia.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Durham to Philadelphia, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Durham and Philadelphia?

Stops in Durham

A - Durham Greyhound Bus Station

B - Compare Foods Durham

C - Durham Compare Foods Durham

D - Durham, NC

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - JFK Bd & N 30th St

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - Independence Travel Center

Frequently asked questions for your trip Durham - Philadelphia

How do I get from Durham to Philadelphia without flying?
How long is the bus ride from Durham to Philadelphia?
How far is Durham from Philadelphia?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Durham to Philadelphia?
What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Philadelphia?
How much does a bus ticket from Durham to Philadelphia cost?
What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?

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

Best price found

04/28

$68

04/29

$60

Today

$64

05/01

$56

05/02

$69

05/03

$75

05/04

$71

05/05

$53

The cheapest trip from Durham to Philadelphia was searched and found on May 5, 2025 with a price of $53

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

You can expect to pay from $53 to $96 for a bus ticket from Durham to Philadelphia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-05-05.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Durham and Philadelphia!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Durham to Philadelphia.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Durham to Philadelphia that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Durham to Philadelphia, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Durham to Philadelphia?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time12h 50m	Avg Price$70	Daily Departures17
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time9h 33m	Avg Price$100	Daily Departures1

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Bus Durham to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

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Greyhound Durham Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Durham to Philadelphia Bus

Where are the popular stops in Durham and Philadelphia?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Durham - Philadelphia

How do I get from Durham to Philadelphia without flying?

How long is the bus ride from Durham to Philadelphia?

How far is Durham from Philadelphia?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Durham to Philadelphia?

What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Philadelphia?

How much does a bus ticket from Durham to Philadelphia cost?

What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Durham to Philadelphia?

Will you be returning to Durham by bus?

You can also go to Philadelphia by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

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