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

The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Utica starts at R 1 107. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Utica 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 Utica?

The average travel time between Philadelphia and Utica is around 11h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 349 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Philadelphia to Utica can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Utica by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Utica?

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

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

Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Utica leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Union Station.

Bus Philadelphia to Utica from R 857 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Utica on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:30	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	07:50	Utica Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 20m	07:50	Utica Bus Stop	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	12h 45m	07:50	Utica Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	11h 50m	07:50	Utica Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:15	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	11h 35m	07:50	Utica Bus Stop	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Utica

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Utica. The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

11h 35mAverage duration

352 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 107 - R 7 503	Average duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 540 - R 20 686	Average duration8h 1m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 381 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 385 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Utica?

Stops in Philadelphia

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

Stops in Utica

A
Union Station
321 Main St, Utica, NY 13501
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Utica, NY by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Utica cost?
The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Utica starts at R 1 107. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Utica 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 Utica?
The average travel time between Philadelphia and Utica is around 11h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 349 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and Utica?
The number of buses from Philadelphia to Utica can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Utica by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Utica?
When taking the bus from Philadelphia to Utica, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Utica?
Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Utica leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Union Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

18/11

R 1 502

19/11

R 1 475

Today

R 1 705

21/11

R 1 316

22/11

R 1 272

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Utica, NY was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 272

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 Utica, NY as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 272 to R 1 723 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Utica, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 272, which is on 2025-11-22.