Find coaches from Reading, US to Philadelphia, PA

Next departures

Next departures from Reading to Philadelphia on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Reading (BARTA Transportation Center)
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StCheapest
FlixBus
Reading (BARTA Transportation Center)
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StFastest
OurBus
518 Penn Street
Spring Garden St & Front StNo tags
OurBus
518 Penn Street
Philadelphia Mills - RED LotNo tags

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Get from Reading to Philadelphia

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The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1h 30mAverage duration
87 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Reading, US to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$21
Average bus trip duration1h 30m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure11:30
Distance86 km
Latest bus departure21:15

Reading to Philadelphia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Reading, US - Philadelphia, PA

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Reading to Philadelphia cost?

    The bus ticket price from Reading to Philadelphia starts at US$16. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Reading to Philadelphia 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Reading to Philadelphia?

    The average travel time between Reading and Philadelphia is around 1h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 81 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Reading and Philadelphia?

    The number of buses from Reading to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Reading to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Reading to Philadelphia?

    When taking the bus from Reading to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with OurBus, FlixBus, Amtrak.

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

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US$10
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US$13
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US$13
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US$11
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US$10
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US$10
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US$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$9

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

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$25 for a bus ticket from Reading, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually OurBus 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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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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