Bus from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Gainesville to Philadelphia on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Philadelphia (Logan Square)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Schuylkill & WalnutFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Cherry Hill MallNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 16 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 457, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
16h 18mAverage duration
991 kmDistance
90kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 746 - R 7 903Average duration1d 2h
25kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 457 - R 13 905Average duration16h 18m
90kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Philadelphia start at R 1 746. The average price for this route is around R 2 940. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Gainesville to Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from Gainesville to Philadelphia is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 990 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 18h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Philadelphia at 20:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:25.

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

    A bus trip from Gainesville to Philadelphia produces an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
14/12
R 2 267
15/12
R 2 559
Today
R 3 074
17/12
R 3 581
18/12
R 1 700
19/12
R 2 027
20/12
R 1 932
21/12
R 2 010
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 700

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 700 to R 4 113 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 700, which is on 2025-12-18.

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