How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Durham?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Durham start from R 976. The average price for this route is around R 1 286. 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 Durham?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Durham is 12h, covering a distance of 341 miles (549 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Durham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Durham at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Durham generates an estimated 13.717925 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 Durham?

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 12712 reviews.

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

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 Durham?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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 Durham from R 873 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Durham on May 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	11h	4:50am	Durham	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 20m	3:50am	Durham	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	10h 35m	1:05am	Durham	No tags
	Bus	8:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	18h	2:10pm	Durham	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	11h 55m	8:25am	Durham	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Durham on May 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	11h	4:50am	Durham	Cheapest
	Bus	5:15pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 10m	2:25am	Durham	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:10am	Philadelphia Bus Station	11h	2:10pm	Durham	No tags
	Bus	5:00am	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 35m	2:35pm	Durham	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Schuylkill & Walnut	12h 10m	2:10pm	Durham	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Durham on May 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	11h	4:50am	Durham	Cheapest
	Bus	5:15pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 10m	2:25am	Durham	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:10am	Philadelphia Bus Station	11h	2:10pm	Durham	No tags
	Bus	5:00am	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 35m	2:35pm	Durham	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Schuylkill & Walnut	12h 10m	2:10pm	Durham	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:53 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Durham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 12 hours and with fares starting at just R 976, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

12hAverage Duration

341 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR 976 - R 3 408	Average Duration12h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR 1 236 - R 5 716	Average Duration10h 57m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Durham?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
B
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
C
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
D
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
E
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
F
JFK Bd & N 30th St
3101 John F. Kennedy Blvd , Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA

Stops in Durham

A
Durham Greyhound Bus Station
515 W Pettigrew St , Durham, NC 27703
Visit page
B
Compare Foods Durham
2000-2004 NC-55, Durham, NC 27704, USA
C
Durham Compare Foods Durham
2000 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27704, USA
D
Durham, NC
E Main St at Roxboro St (WB), Durham, NC 27701, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,716 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,559 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, 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 Durham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Durham start from R 976. The average price for this route is around R 1 286. 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 Durham?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Durham is 12h, covering a distance of 341 miles (549 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Durham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Durham?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Durham at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Durham?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Durham generates an estimated 13.717925 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 Durham?
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 12712 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Durham?
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 Durham?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Durham?
According to Busbud traveler 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

05/26

R 1 275

05/27

R 1 275

Today

R 1 309

05/29

R 1 393

05/30

R 940

05/31

R 1 225

06/01

R 965

06/02

R 881

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on Jun 2, 2026 with a price of R 881

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 Durham, NC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 881 to R 2 181 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 881 which is on 2026-06-02.

Usually 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.