Bus from Lincoln, NE, US to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Lincoln to Philadelphia on February 24
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Lincoln
199 Spring Garden St.CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Lincoln
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Lincoln
Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $194, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 9hAverage Duration
1820 kmDistance
45kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$194 - $401Average Duration1d 9h
45kg CO₂e
Average Price$309 - $574Average Duration1d 12h
166kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lincoln, NE, US to Philadelphia, PA by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Lincoln to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Lincoln to Philadelphia start from $194. The average price for this route is around $323. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Lincoln to Philadelphia?

    The average bus travel time from Lincoln to Philadelphia is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1820 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Lincoln to Philadelphia route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lincoln to Philadelphia?

    The earliest bus departs from Lincoln to Philadelphia at 4:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lincoln to Philadelphia?

    A bus trip from Lincoln to Philadelphia generates an estimated 45 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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

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02-17
$186
02-18
$186
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$186
02-20
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02-21
$186
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02-23
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02-24
$186
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lincoln, NE, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 17, 2026 with a price of $186

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

You can expect to pay from $186 to $314 for a bus ticket from Lincoln, NE, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $186 which is on 2026-02-21.

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