Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Silver Spring: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Silver Spring on 6 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Peter PanBus
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
Silver Spring Transit CenterCheapest
Peter PanBus
Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)
Silver Spring Transit CenterFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Greyhound StationNo tags
Peter PanBus
Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)
Silver Spring Transit CenterNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:16 PM EST.

Get from Philadelphia to Silver Spring

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 414, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
4h 10mAverage duration
195 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Silver Spring 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 Philadelphia to Silver Spring?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Silver Spring start at R 414. The average price for this route is around R 739. 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 Philadelphia to Silver Spring?

    The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Silver Spring is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 195 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Peter Pan.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Silver Spring route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Peter Pan, Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Silver Spring at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

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

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Silver Spring produces an estimated 5 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 Philadelphia to Silver Spring?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6381 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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
03/01
R 440
04/01
R 525
Today
R 423
06/01
R 339
07/01
R 339
08/01
No data
09/01
R 432
10/01
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Silver Spring was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 339

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 Silver Spring as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 339 to R 897 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Silver Spring based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 339, which is on 2026-01-06.

Usually 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.

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