How do I get from Philadelphia to Reading without a car?

The best way to travel from Philadelphia to Reading is by bus. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Reading?

Traveling from Philadelphia to Reading takes about 1h 45m on average, but you can get there in as little as 1h 25m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 50 miles (81 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Philadelphia from Reading?

The distance between the two cities is 50 miles (81 km).

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

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $22.

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

The average bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Reading is $51. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $22 and $61, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Can you do a day trip from Philadelphia to Reading?

Yes, you can do a day trip from Philadelphia to Reading. The round-trip travel time is around 2h 50m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Reading before returning to Philadelphia in the evening.

Philadelphia (PA) to Reading, US Bus Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 24 at 11:50am
Departure city: Philadelphia
Departure location: 12 Schuylkill Ave
Arrival time: April 24 at 1:20pm
Destination city: Reading
Destination location: 518 Penn Street
Operated by: OurBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m
Departure time: April 24 at 11:30am
Departure city: Philadelphia
Departure location: Philadelphia International Airport - Terminal C
Arrival time: April 24 at 1:20pm
Destination city: Reading
Destination location: 518 Penn Street
Operated by: OurBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 50m

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Bus Philadelphia to Reading: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$51

Average bus trip duration1h 45m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure6:00am

Distance48 miles (76 km)

Latest bus departure11:20pm

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OurBus

4/53,050 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.2

With about 5 daily trips between Philadelphia and Reading, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Amtrak

4/55,072 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

According to the users, the bus was on time and driven by a friendly driver. The overall travel experience with Amtrak has been positively highlighted for its punctuality and excellent driving skills.

Amtrak Philadelphia Reading recent customer reviews

Bus was on time. Driver, Rob was nice and an excellent driver.

Thomas G.

September 17, 2024

It was so amazing I love travel to Amtrak good driven and we leave on time

Kesnel T.

May 5, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/58,379 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.

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

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

Best price found

04/22

$24

04/23

$24

Today

$24

04/25

$15

04/26

$15

04/27

$15

04/28

$15

04/29

$15

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia to Reading was searched and found on Apr 25, 2025 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $45 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-04-25.

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 Philadelphia and Reading!

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 Philadelphia to Reading.

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

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

Did you know?

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.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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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