How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Durham cost?

The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Durham starts at R 882. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Durham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Durham?

The average travel time between Philadelphia and Durham is around 13h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 550 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and Durham?

The number of buses from Philadelphia to Durham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 29 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Durham by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Durham?

When taking the bus from Philadelphia to Durham, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Durham?

Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Durham leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Durham Greyhound Bus Station, Compare Foods Durham, Durham Compare Foods Durham.

Bus Philadelphia to Durham from R 826 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	04:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 15m	02:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:20	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 5m	02:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 20m	03:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 55m	08:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 25m	08:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 35m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	13h 20m	08:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	04:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 15m	02:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 15m	22:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:45	199 Spring Garden St.	13h 20m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 35m	14:35	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:20	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 5m	02:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 45m	22:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	02:45	Schuylkill & Walnut	11h 25m	14:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	04:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 15m	05:45	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 15m	22:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:45	199 Spring Garden St.	13h 20m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 35m	14:35	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:20	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 5m	02:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	23:15	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 55m	14:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 45m	22:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 15m	16:15	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 20m	04:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:45	199 Spring Garden St.	13h 20m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 55m	08:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 25m	08:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	04:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h	14:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 35m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:05 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Durham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 186, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 25mAverage duration

548 kmDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 882 - R 3 114	Average duration13h 20m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 186 - R 4 296	Average duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 306 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Durham?

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

Stops in Durham

A - Durham Greyhound Bus Station

B - Compare Foods Durham

C - Durham Compare Foods Durham

D - Durham, NC

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

How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Durham cost?
The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Durham starts at R 882. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Durham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Durham?
The average travel time between Philadelphia and Durham is around 13h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 550 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and Durham?
The number of buses from Philadelphia to Durham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 29 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Durham by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Durham?
When taking the bus from Philadelphia to Durham, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Durham?
Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Durham leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Durham Greyhound Bus Station, Compare Foods Durham, Durham Compare Foods Durham.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/11

R 1 336

13/11

R 905

Today

R 1 371

15/11

R 1 406

16/11

R 984

17/11

R 949

18/11

R 1 037

19/11

R 914

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 905

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 Durham, NC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 905 to R 1 916 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 914, which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound 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.