Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Scranton Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Scranton | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Scranton | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Scranton Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Scranton | No tags |
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Get from Philadelphia to Scranton
The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Scranton?
Stops in Philadelphia
- AOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- 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 Scranton
- A
Scranton Bus Station
23 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton 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 Scranton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Scranton start from $43. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Scranton?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Scranton is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 167 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Scranton route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Scranton?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Scranton at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Scranton?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Scranton generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Scranton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Scranton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Scranton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Scranton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton was searched and found on Feb 24, 2026 with a price of $35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $133 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2026-02-24.
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.
