Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Providence: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Providence on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Providence (Canal St & Smith St)Cheapest
Peter Pan + Peter Pan
Bus
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
Providence (Downtown)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Providence (Canal St & Smith St)No tags
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Providence (Canal St & Smith St)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Providence (Canal St & Smith St)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:44 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Providence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
7h 35mAverage Duration
234 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$37 - $192Average Duration7h 35m
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$41 - $689Average Duration5h 15m
34kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Providence?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Providence start from $37. The average price for this route is around $71. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Providence?

    The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Providence is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 234 miles (377 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 15m and is operated by Peter Pan.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Providence route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Providence?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Providence at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Providence?

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Providence generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Providence?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6332 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Providence?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Providence?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Providence?

    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
11/29
$139
11/30
$201
Today
$102
12/02
$50
12/03
$40
12/04
$41
12/05
$50
12/06
$43
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Providence was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $40

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 Providence, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $40 to $260 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Providence?

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