Bus from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Houston to Philadelphia on 4 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Gray & Smith
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Houston Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Houston Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Houston Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby
Cherry Hill MallNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 22:53 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

110bus per day
1d 21hAverage duration
1345 milesDistance
54kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£102 - £488Average duration1d 21h
54kg CO₂e
Average price£203 - £320Average duration2d 3h
196kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Houston to Philadelphia start from £102. The average price for this route is around £147. 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 journey from Houston to Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from Houston to Philadelphia is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1345 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 10h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 110 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Houston to Philadelphia at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

    A bus journey from Houston to Philadelphia produces an estimated 54 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Houston to Philadelphia?

    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 5597 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

    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.

Best price found
02/12
£262
03/12
No data
Today
£97
05/12
No data
06/12
£115
07/12
No data
08/12
£102
09/12
£105
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £97

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £97 to £879 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £102, which is on 2025-12-08.

Usually Amtrak 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.

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