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

Next bus departures

Next departures from Houston to Philadelphia on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
The Woodlands - Windvale Center
Cherry Hill MallCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Houston Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Houston Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Houston Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
199 Spring Garden St.No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 432, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

106bus per day
1d 21hAverage duration
2153 kmDistance
54kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 432 - R 9 439Average duration1d 21h
54kg CO₂e
Average priceR 4 488 - R 7 301Average duration2d 3h
196kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Philadelphia start at R 2 432. The average price for this route is around R 3 379. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Houston to Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from Houston to Philadelphia is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 2153 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 106 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Houston to Philadelphia at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

    A bus trip from Houston to Philadelphia produces an estimated 54 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Houston 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 5597 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Houston to Philadelphia?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston 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
27/11
R 2 622
28/11
No data
Today
R 5 148
30/11
R 4 113
01/12
R 2 990
02/12
R 2 999
03/12
No data
04/12
R 2 201
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 201

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 201 to R 26 363 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 201, which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Amtrak 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.

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