How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Philadelphia start at R 1 415. The average price for this route is around R 2 836. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Philadelphia is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1262 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Philadelphia at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

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

A bus trip from Birmingham to Philadelphia produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Birmingham 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 5759 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham 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.

Bus Birmingham to Philadelphia from R 1 542 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Philadelphia on 26 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 12h	11:40	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	20h 30m	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	17:10	Birmingham Station	22h 43m	16:53	30th Street Station	No tags
	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 3h	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 50m	02:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Philadelphia on 27 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 30m	22:10	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	20h 30m	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	16:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	21h 50m	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	19:35	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 4h	00:40	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Philadelphia on 28 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 30m	22:10	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	20h 30m	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	16:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	21h 50m	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	19:35	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 4h	00:40	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Philadelphia on 1 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	23h 35m	03:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	20h 30m	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	16:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	21h 50m	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	19:35	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 4h	00:40	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Philadelphia on 2 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 3h	20:40	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	20h 30m	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	17:10	Birmingham Station	22h 43m	16:53	30th Street Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	16:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	21h 50m	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 21 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 642, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

21h 44mAverage duration

1258 kmDistance

114kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 415 - R 4 249	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 642 - R 5 583	Average duration21h 44m	CO₂ emissions 114kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Philadelphia?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL
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B
McDonald's - Birmingham
2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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Stops in Philadelphia

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 524 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Amtrak

4/55 762 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Philadelphia start at R 1 415. The average price for this route is around R 2 836. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Philadelphia is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1262 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Philadelphia at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Philadelphia produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Birmingham 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 5759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham 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

23/02

R 3 491

24/02

R 4 124

Today

R 3 491

26/02

R 2 022

27/02

R 3 337

28/02

R 3 524

01/03

R 2 127

02/03

R 1 924

The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 02 Mar 2026 with a price of R 1 924

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 924 to R 22 815 for a bus ticket from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 924, which is on 2026-03-02.