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

The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Houston starts at R 2 005. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Houston 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 Houston?

The average travel time between Philadelphia and Houston is around 1d 20h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2159 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Philadelphia to Houston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 97 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Houston by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Houston?

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

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

Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Houston leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway, Downtown Greyhound Station, Harrisburg Greyhound Station.

Bus Philadelphia to Houston from R 2 449 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Houston on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 7h	04:40	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 10h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 20h	17:55	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 15h	12:00	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 17h	14:35	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Houston on 15 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	1d 15h	19:15	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 10h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 16h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Houston on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 15h	17:55	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 11h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 16h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 21h	13:45	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:55 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 005, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

97bus per day

1d 20hAverage duration

2166 kmDistance

54kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 005 - R 7 501	Average duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 966 - R 18 341	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 196kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 314 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Houston?

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 Houston

A - Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway

B - Downtown Greyhound Station

C - Harrisburg Greyhound Station

D - Harrisburg Senda Station

E - Clay St & Louisiana St

F - Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr

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

How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Houston cost?
The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Houston starts at R 2 005. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Houston 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 Houston?
The average travel time between Philadelphia and Houston is around 1d 20h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2159 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and Houston?
The number of buses from Philadelphia to Houston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 97 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Houston by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Houston?
When taking the bus from Philadelphia to Houston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Houston?
Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Houston leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway, Downtown Greyhound Station, Harrisburg Greyhound Station.

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 4 548

13/11

R 4 600

Today

R 5 575

15/11

R 6 585

16/11

No data

17/11

R 2 590

18/11

No data

19/11

R 2 748

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Houston, US was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 590

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 Houston, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 590 to R 6 585 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 590, which is on 2025-11-17.