How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Dover?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Dover start from $22. The average price for this route is around $26. 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 Philadelphia to Dover?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Dover is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 58 miles (94 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Dover route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Dover at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Dover generates an estimated 2 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 Philadelphia to Dover?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Dover?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Dover from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Dover on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 20m	2:50pm	Dover (7-Eleven)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Philadelphia to Dover on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 20m	2:50pm	Dover (7-Eleven)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 40m	2:30am	Dover (7-Eleven)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Dover on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 20m	2:50pm	Dover (7-Eleven)	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 40m	2:30am	Dover (7-Eleven)	No tags
Bus	7:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 20m	8:20pm	Dover (7-Eleven)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Dover on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 40m	2:30am	Dover (7-Eleven)	Cheapest
Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 20m	2:50pm	Dover (7-Eleven)	Fastest
Bus	7:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 20m	8:20pm	Dover (7-Eleven)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Dover on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 40m	2:30am	Dover (7-Eleven)	Cheapest
	Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 20m	2:50pm	Dover (7-Eleven)	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:04 AM EST.

Get from Philadelphia to Dover

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

58 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Dover?

Stops in Philadelphia

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

A
Dover Downs
1131 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901-2008
B
Dupont Hwy & Lepore Dr
7-Eleven, 654 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,492 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.

FlixBus Philadelphia Dover recent customer reviews

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September 25, 2025

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Dover, DE, US 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 Philadelphia to Dover?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Dover start from $22. The average price for this route is around $26. 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 Philadelphia to Dover?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Dover is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 58 miles (94 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Dover route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Dover?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Dover at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Dover?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Dover generates an estimated 2 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 Philadelphia to Dover?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Dover?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Dover?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Dover?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

$62

12/01

$24

Today

$21

12/03

$17

12/04

$16

12/05

$18

12/06

$17

12/07

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Dover, DE, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $16

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 Dover, DE, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $62 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Dover, DE, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.