How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Gastonia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Gastonia start from $121. The average price for this route is around $177. 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 Gastonia?

The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Gastonia is 19h, covering a distance of 742 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Gastonia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Gastonia at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Gastonia generates an estimated 19 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 Gastonia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87522 reviews.

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

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 Gastonia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

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 Gastonia from $97 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gastonia on February 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:10am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 20m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	22h 30m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	22h 25m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	21h 30m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gastonia on February 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h	5:30pm	N Oakland St	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:10am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 20m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	Fastest
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	21h	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Schuylkill & Walnut	15h 30m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	21h 30m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gastonia on February 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h	5:30pm	N Oakland St	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:10am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 20m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	Fastest
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	21h	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Schuylkill & Walnut	15h 30m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	21h 30m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gastonia on February 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	21h 30m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:10am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 20m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	Fastest
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	21h	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	22h 25m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gastonia on February 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	21h	5:30pm	N Oakland St	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:10am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 20m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Schuylkill & Walnut	15h 30m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	22h 25m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gastonia on March 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	21h 30m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:10am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 20m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	Fastest
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	21h	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	22h 25m	5:30pm	N Oakland St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:29 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Gastonia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Gastonia. The journey takes about 19 hours, and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

19hAverage Duration

742 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$121 - $255	Average Duration19h	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$211 - $349	Average Duration11h 44m	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Gastonia?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
B
Philadelphia Airport
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 Gastonia

A
Restaurant Los Arcos - Gastonia
1525 N CHESTER RD, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA
Visit page
B
El Expreso Gastonia Bus Stop
830 E. Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,523 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,240 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Gastonia 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 Gastonia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Gastonia start from $121. The average price for this route is around $177. 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 Gastonia?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Gastonia is 19h, covering a distance of 742 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Gastonia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Gastonia?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Gastonia at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Gastonia?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Gastonia generates an estimated 19 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 Gastonia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87522 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Gastonia?
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 Gastonia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Gastonia?
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

02-20

$239

02-21

No data

Today

$97

02-23

$222

02-24

$190

02-25

$193

02-26

No data

02-27

$136

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Gastonia was searched and found on Feb 22, 2026 with a price of $97

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 Gastonia, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $97 to $257 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Gastonia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $136 which is on 2026-02-27.