Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Hartford on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Harford Union StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Harford Union StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Harford Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Harford Union StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Harford Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:42 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Hartford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Hartford. The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day
6h 35mAverage Duration
289 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$47 - $229Average Duration6h 35m
7kg CO₂e
Average Price$59 - $809Average Duration4h 46m
27kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT 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 Hartford?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Hartford start from $47. The average price for this route is around $68. 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 Hartford?

    The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Hartford is 6h 35m, covering a distance of 289 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by Peter Pan.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from Peter Pan, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Hartford?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Hartford at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Hartford generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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

    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 Hartford?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Hartford?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Hartford?

    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
11-26
$118
11-27
$79
Today
$80
11-29
$101
11-30
$52
12-01
$80
12-02
$51
12-03
$48
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $48

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 Hartford, CT, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $48 to $199 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 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 Hartford, CT?

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