Bus from Reading, US to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Reading to Philadelphia on 5 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Reading (BARTA Transportation Center)
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StCheapestFastest
FlixBusBus
Reading (BARTA Transportation Center)
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
OurBusBus
518 Penn Street
119 Spring Garden St (North side, under freeway)No tags
OurBusBus
518 Penn Street
Philadelphia Mills - RED LotNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 05:37 EST.

Get from Reading to Philadelphia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1h 40mAverage duration
49 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Reading to Philadelphia start from £12. The average price for this route is around £18. 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 journey from Reading to Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from Reading to Philadelphia is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 49 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from OurBus, FlixBus, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Reading to Philadelphia?

    The earliest bus departs from Reading to Philadelphia at 11:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.

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

    A bus journey from Reading to Philadelphia produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Reading to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Reading to Philadelphia?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Reading to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Reading to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
02/01
£12
03/01
£12
Today
£12
05/01
£10
06/01
£8
07/01
£8
08/01
£7
09/01
£9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 8 Jan 2026 with a price of £7

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

You can expect to pay from £7 to £16 for a bus ticket from Reading, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2026-01-08.

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