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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Haven to Philadelphia start from $28. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Haven to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from New Haven to Philadelphia is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 145 miles (233 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the New Haven to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound , Peter Pan .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Haven to Philadelphia at 8:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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

A bus trip from New Haven to Philadelphia generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from New Haven to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Haven to Philadelphia?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New Haven to Philadelphia?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Haven to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Haven to Philadelphia from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Haven to Philadelphia on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:10pm	New Haven	3h 55m	3:05am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:50pm	New Haven Bus Station	5h 50m	11:40pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15pm	New Haven Bus Station	6h 35m	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	7:15pm	New Haven Bus Station	5h 25m	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	5:50pm	New Haven Bus Station	6h 15m	12:05am	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Philadelphia on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:10pm	New Haven	3h 55m	3:05am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	5h 45m	5:20pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	6h 55m	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Peter Pan + Peter Pan	Bus	12:50pm	New Haven	5h 10m	6:00pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	No tags
	Bus	7:15pm	New Haven Bus Station	5h 25m	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Philadelphia on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:10pm	New Haven	3h 55m	3:05am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:30am	New Haven	6h	3:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	5h 45m	5:20pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	6h 55m	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Peter Pan + Peter Pan	Bus	10:50am	New Haven	4h	2:50pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Philadelphia on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:00pm	New Haven	5h 15m	7:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	11:10pm	New Haven	3h 55m	3:05am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	Bus	9:30am	New Haven	6h	3:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	5h 45m	5:20pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	6h 55m	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Philadelphia on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:00pm	New Haven	5h 15m	7:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	11:10pm	New Haven	3h 55m	3:05am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	Bus	9:30am	New Haven	6h	3:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	5h 45m	5:20pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	6h 55m	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Philadelphia on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:10pm	New Haven	3h 55m	3:05am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:30am	New Haven	6h	3:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	5h 45m	5:20pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	6h 55m	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	2:00pm	New Haven	5h 15m	7:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Philadelphia on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:00pm	New Haven	5h 15m	7:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	11:10pm	New Haven	3h 55m	3:05am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	Bus	9:30am	New Haven	6h	3:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	5h 45m	5:20pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	6h 55m	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Philadelphia on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:00pm	New Haven	5h 15m	7:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	11:10pm	New Haven	3h 55m	3:05am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	Bus	3:30pm	New Haven	5h 30m	9:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	5h 45m	5:20pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	6h 55m	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:59 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Haven to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

5h 35mAverage Duration

145 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $121	Average Duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$32 - $515	Average Duration3h 41m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Haven and Philadelphia?

Stops in New Haven

A
Union Station Garage
38 Union Ave, New Haven, CT 06519, USA
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Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,500 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.

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Peter Pan

4/56,356 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Haven, CT 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 Haven to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Haven to Philadelphia start from $28. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Haven to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from New Haven to Philadelphia is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 145 miles (233 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the New Haven to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound, Peter Pan.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Haven to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from New Haven to Philadelphia at 8:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Haven to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from New Haven to Philadelphia generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from New Haven to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Haven to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Haven to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Haven to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

11/30

$74

12/01

$41

Today

$36

12/03

$35

12/04

$30

12/05

$31

12/06

$29

12/07

$33

The cheapest trip from New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $112 for a bus ticket from New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-06.

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.