How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Durham?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Durham start from $69. The average price for this route is around $121. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Durham?

The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Durham is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 551 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Durham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Durham?

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Durham at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Durham?

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Durham generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Durham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Durham?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Durham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Durham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Durham from $68 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Durham on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	4:50am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 20m	4:50am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	1:05am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 55m	8:25am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 25m	8:25am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Durham on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	1:05am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 20m	3:50am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	3:50am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	4:50am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:40am	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	17h 10m	3:50am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Durham on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	4:50am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 20m	3:50am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 15m	10:00pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	1:05am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 45m	10:00pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Durham on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	4:50am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:10pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 15m	2:25am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 15m	10:00pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	1:05am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 35m	2:35pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Durham on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 25m	8:25am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:10pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 15m	2:25am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 15m	10:00pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	1:05am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 35m	2:35pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Durham on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 55m	8:25am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:10pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 15m	2:25am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 15m	10:00pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	1:05am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 35m	2:35pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:28 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Durham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 25mAverage Duration

548 kmDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$69 - $371	Average Duration12h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$96 - $402	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Durham?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Durham

A
Durham Greyhound Bus Station
515 W Pettigrew St , Durham, NC 27703
Visit page
B
Compare Foods Durham
2000-2004 NC-55, Durham, NC 27704, USA
C
Durham Compare Foods Durham
2000 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27704, USA
D
Durham, NC
E Main St at Roxboro St (WB), Durham, NC 27701, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,558 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,421 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Durham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Durham start from $69. The average price for this route is around $121. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Durham?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Durham is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 551 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Durham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Durham?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Durham at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Durham?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Durham generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Durham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Durham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Durham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Durham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12-06

$104

12-07

$114

Today

$104

12-09

$104

12-10

$76

12-11

$84

12-12

$84

12-13

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $76

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

You can expect to pay from $76 to $235 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2025-12-10.

Usually FlixBus 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.