How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Durham?

The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Durham start from £41. The average price for this route is around £65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Durham?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Durham is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 342 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Durham route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Durham at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

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

A bus journey from Philadelphia to Durham produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Durham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11799 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Durham?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Durham?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Durham?

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 Durham from £36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	04:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 15m	02:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 15m	22:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 45m	22:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 13 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	04:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 20m	04:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 55m	08:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 25m	08:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 14 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:55	Schuylkill & Walnut	15h 55m	03:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 20m	03:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:30	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	03:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:55	Cherry Hill Mall	16h 55m	03:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 15 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 20m	03:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 15m	22:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	04:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 45m	22:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 16 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	04:50	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 15m	02:25	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 15m	22:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	12h 20m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 35m	14:35	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:35 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Durham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

12h 20mAverage duration

342 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£41 - £175	Average duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£52 - £260	Average duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Durham?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page Map
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
Map
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
Map
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
Map
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
Map

Stops in Durham

A
Durham Greyhound Bus Station
515 W Pettigrew St , Durham, NC 27703
Visit page Map
B
Compare Foods Durham
2000-2004 NC-55, Durham, NC 27704, USA
Map
C
Durham Compare Foods Durham
2000 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27704, USA
Map
D
Durham, NC
E Main St at Roxboro St (WB), Durham, NC 27701, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,006 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,495 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Durham?
The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Durham start from £41. The average price for this route is around £65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Durham?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Durham is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 342 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Durham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Durham?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Durham at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Durham?
A bus journey from Philadelphia to Durham produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Durham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11799 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Durham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Durham?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Durham?
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

10/01

£58

11/01

£60

Today

£56

13/01

£56

14/01

£45

15/01

£47

16/01

£53

17/01

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 14 Jan 2026 with a price of £45

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 Durham, NC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £45 to £106 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £45, which is on 2026-01-14.

Usually Greyhound, 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.