Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Route 422 Park & Ride | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Route 422 Park & Ride | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Cherry Hill Mall | Route 422 Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Schuylkill & Walnut | Route 422 Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Cherry Hill Mall | Route 422 Park & Ride | No tags |
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Get from Philadelphia to New Castle
The journey takes about 18 hours, and with fares starting at just $107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle 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 New Castle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to New Castle start from $107. The average price for this route is around $190. 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 New Castle?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to New Castle is 18h, covering a distance of 459 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to New Castle route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to New Castle?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to New Castle at 10:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to New Castle?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to New Castle generates an estimated 11 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 New Castle?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to New Castle?
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 New Castle?
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 New Castle?
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.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $108To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $108 to $509 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $108 which is on 2025-12-05.
