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

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to New Castle start from $60. The average price for this route is around $110. 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 New Castle?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to New Castle is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 285 miles (459 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to New Castle route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to New Castle at 10:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to New Castle generates an estimated 11 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 New Castle?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

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

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 New Castle?

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 New Castle?

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 New Castle from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Castle on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:25pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	20h 10m	9:35am	Route 422 Park & Ride	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	12h 50m	9:35am	Route 422 Park & Ride	Fastest
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	13h 5m	9:35am	Route 422 Park & Ride	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	Cherry Hill Mall	22h 35m	9:35am	Route 422 Park & Ride	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	19h 50m	2:55pm	Route 422 Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Castle on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	20h 10m	2:55pm	Route 422 Park & Ride	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	13h 5m	9:35am	Route 422 Park & Ride	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	15h 5m	9:35am	Route 422 Park & Ride	No tags
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	13h 35m	9:35am	Route 422 Park & Ride	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:35pm	Cherry Hill Mall	18h	9:35am	Route 422 Park & Ride	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 5:24 AM EST.

Get from Philadelphia to New Castle

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

15h 5mAverage Duration

285 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,489 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,955 reviews

Staff4.1

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, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle 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 New Castle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to New Castle start from $60. The average price for this route is around $110. 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 New Castle?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to New Castle is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 285 miles (459 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to New Castle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to New Castle?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to New Castle at 10:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to New Castle?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to New Castle generates an estimated 11 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 New Castle?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to New Castle?
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 New Castle?
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 New Castle?
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

01/05

$62

01/06

$62

Today

$88

01/08

$72

01/09

No data

01/10

$176

01/11

No data

01/12

$52

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $52

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 New Castle, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $177 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2026-01-12.