How much is the bus ticket from New Brunswick to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Brunswick to Philadelphia start from $20. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from New Brunswick to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from New Brunswick to Philadelphia is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 52 miles (84 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New Brunswick to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Brunswick to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from New Brunswick to Philadelphia at 4:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Brunswick to Philadelphia?

A bus trip from New Brunswick to Philadelphia generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus New Brunswick to Philadelphia from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Brunswick to Philadelphia on February 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:50pm	New Brunswick	1h 10m	6:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest

Next departures for New Brunswick to Philadelphia on February 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:50pm	New Brunswick	1h 10m	6:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest

Next departures for New Brunswick to Philadelphia on February 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:50pm	New Brunswick	1h 10m	6:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest

Next departures for New Brunswick to Philadelphia on March 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:50pm	New Brunswick	1h 10m	6:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest

Next departures for New Brunswick to Philadelphia on March 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:50pm	New Brunswick	1h 10m	6:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Brunswick to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

52 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $28	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $172	Average Duration52m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Brunswick and Philadelphia?

Stops in New Brunswick

A
French Street
24-34 French St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
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Stops in Philadelphia

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,253 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Brunswick to Philadelphia, PA by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from New Brunswick to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Brunswick to Philadelphia start from $20. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from New Brunswick to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from New Brunswick to Philadelphia is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 52 miles (84 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New Brunswick to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Brunswick to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from New Brunswick to Philadelphia at 4:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Brunswick to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from New Brunswick to Philadelphia generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02/22

$18

02/23

$16

Today

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02/25

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02/26

$14

02/27

$17

02/28

$17

03/01

$18

The cheapest trip from New Brunswick to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 26, 2026 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $18 for a bus ticket from New Brunswick to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2026-02-26.