How can I travel from Hartford to Philadelphia without a car?

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. The two options are convenient and sustainable ways to reach Philadelphia. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long does it take to get to Philadelphia from Hartford by bus?

The average travel time from Hartford to Philadelphia is about 6h 5m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 4h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 180 miles (291 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Hartford to Philadelphia?

The distance between the two cities is 180 miles (291 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Hartford to Philadelphia start their journey at Harford Union Station and wind up 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.

How much are the bus tickets from Hartford to Philadelphia?

The average bus ticket price from Hartford to Philadelphia is $55. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $39 and $117, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

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 Eastern State Penitentiary, Shofuso Japanese House and Garden, Reading Terminal Market, Betsy Ross House and Please Touch Museum.

Hartford (CT) to Philadelphia (PA) Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Hartford to Philadelphia.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $117	Average Duration6h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$39 - $258	Average Duration4h 39m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Hartford to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day

6h 5mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Hartford to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$55

Average bus trip duration6h 5m

Number of daily buses32

Earliest bus departure4:20am

Distance182 miles (292 km)

Latest bus departure9:40pm

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Greyhound

3.5/586,945 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 Hartford Philadelphia recent customer reviews

I was supost to catch the 7:00 am bus from Hartford to new York my bus never came on time I was told last minute that it was coming late 2 or 3 hours I had it to pay a peter pan ticket to leave on time for my trip to Philly this has been my worst experience with greyhound I won't never will purchase another trip with this company.

Noemi T.

November 11, 2017

Bus did not show up, and we missed a transfer. A one hour delay due to no show bus cost us an entire day of vacation as we waited for another bus that wasn't sold out to transport us. Customer service numbers/ booths were not open during travel, a major oversight. Horrible experience.

Brendan M.

August 21, 2017

Good trip

Ren Jiang L.

November 19, 2020

Peter Pan

4/56,093 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.6

Based on 12 reviews, Peter Pan was rated 3.1 stars for this trip. Peter Pan ticket prices on this trip start at $43.00, with the trip lasting on average 5h21.

Peter Pan Hartford Philadelphia recent customer reviews

I was very upset with this trip. We had a transfer in NY at 6pm and the bus was supposed to get to NY by 5pm, so we should have had an hour layover but we didn’t even get to NY until after 6pm! So we missed the transfer! The bus driver showed up late in Hartford and then took an extra long route to NY for some reason. It should have taken a little over 2 hours to get to NY from HARTFORD but it took over 4 hours somehow! Since we missed our transfer, we had to take the next bus and when I went to get our tickets reissued, they tried to charge me extra!!! So.. We should have been in Philadelphia by 7pm but we didn’t end up getting to philly until after 9:30pm!! Crazy.

Jennifer S.

July 26, 2019

The service was very good. I arrived at my destination 2 hrs after schedule but that was due I think to heavy traffic on the route.

Audrey P.

August 6, 2018

Waited in New York for an extra hour because no driver was assigned to the Greyhound bus.

Colby M.

October 26, 2016

FlixBus

3.5/58,404 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.

Amtrak

4/55,076 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Hartford to Philadelphia Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Hartford and Philadelphia?

Stops in Hartford

A - Harford Union Station

B - Connecticut Convention Center

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 Hartford - Philadelphia

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How much are the bus tickets from Hartford to Philadelphia?
What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?

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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 Hartford to Philadelphia, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $76 for a bus ticket from Hartford to Philadelphia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-04-29.

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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 Hartford and Philadelphia!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Hartford to Philadelphia, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Hartford to Philadelphia will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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!

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h 5m	Avg Price$55	Daily Departures32
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 39m	Avg Price$135	Daily Departures10

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Bus Tickets from Hartford, CT to Philadelphia, PA

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Bus Hartford to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

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Greyhound Hartford Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Peter Pan Hartford Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Hartford to Philadelphia Bus

Where are the popular stops in Hartford and Philadelphia?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Hartford - Philadelphia

How can I travel from Hartford to Philadelphia without a car?

How long does it take to get to Philadelphia from Hartford by bus?

What is the travel distance from Hartford to Philadelphia?

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

How much are the bus tickets from Hartford to Philadelphia?

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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