How much is the bus ticket from Norfolk to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Norfolk to Philadelphia start at R 597. The average price for this route is around R 751. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Norfolk to Philadelphia?

The average bus journey time from Norfolk to Philadelphia is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 355 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by CoachRun .

Which bus companies service the Norfolk to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound , CoachRun .

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

The earliest bus departs from Norfolk to Philadelphia at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

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

A bus trip from Norfolk to Philadelphia produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Norfolk 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 5752 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Norfolk 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Norfolk 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.

Bus Norfolk to Philadelphia from R 521 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Norfolk to Philadelphia on 12 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:45	5818 Poplar Hall Dr - Norfolk	4h 30m	03:15	81 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h	22:25	30th Street Station	No tags
22:00	Norfolk	6h 15m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
15:00	Norfolk	5h 45m	20:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h	22:25	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Norfolk to Philadelphia on 13 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:45	5818 Poplar Hall Dr - Norfolk	4h 30m	03:15	81 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h	22:25	30th Street Station	No tags
22:00	Norfolk	6h 15m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
07:15	Norfolk	5h 30m	12:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
15:00	Norfolk	5h 45m	20:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Norfolk to Philadelphia on 14 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:45	5818 Poplar Hall Dr - Norfolk	4h 30m	03:15	81 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	7h 58m	22:23	30th Street Station	No tags
22:00	Norfolk	6h 15m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
07:15	Norfolk	5h 30m	12:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	7h 58m	22:23	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Norfolk to Philadelphia on 15 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:45	5818 Poplar Hall Dr - Norfolk	4h 30m	03:15	81 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
06:15	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	7h 2m	13:17	30th Street Station	No tags
22:00	Norfolk	6h 15m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
07:15	Norfolk	5h 30m	12:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
06:15	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	7h 2m	13:17	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Norfolk to Philadelphia on 18 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:45	5818 Poplar Hall Dr - Norfolk	4h 30m	03:15	81 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
06:15	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	7h 2m	13:17	30th Street Station	No tags
22:00	Norfolk	6h 15m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
07:15	Norfolk	5h 30m	12:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
06:15	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	7h 2m	13:17	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:20 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Norfolk 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 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 597, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

5h 45mAverage duration

355 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 597 - R 1 109	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 626 - R 2 529	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Philadelphia?

Stops in Norfolk

A
Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station
280 Park Avenue. Norfolk, VA 23510
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B
Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop
415 N Military Hwy, Norfolk, VA 23502, Elegante Dominican Beauty Salon between Military Hwy and Briar Hill Road
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Stops in Philadelphia

A
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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B
Philadelphia Airport
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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 207 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 758 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 522 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87522 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 654

Greyhound Norfolk Philadelphia recent customer reviews

I am from Belize Central America the bus is comfortable Wi-Fi is very good drivers are like professionals. One thing some of the bus terminal is so hard to locate even if ask local people

Richard N.

15 March 2024

It was trash I am never using their service again they need help with their customer service and the way they communicate with the customer.

Wanya L.

7 March 2020

The bus did not show up in Salisbury. We missed our connection. I was very late getting home. I would appreciate a full refund.

Debra B.

18 August 2018

CoachRun

3.5/5669 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi2.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Norfolk, VA 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Norfolk to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Norfolk to Philadelphia start at R 597. The average price for this route is around R 751. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Norfolk to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Norfolk to Philadelphia is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 355 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by CoachRun.
Which bus companies service the Norfolk to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound, CoachRun.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Norfolk to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Norfolk to Philadelphia at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Norfolk to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Norfolk to Philadelphia produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Norfolk 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 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Norfolk to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Norfolk 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Norfolk 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

10/02

R 749

11/02

R 749

Today

R 521

13/02

R 521

14/02

R 521

15/02

R 521

16/02

R 521

17/02

R 635

The cheapest trip from Norfolk, VA to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 12 Feb 2026 with a price of R 521

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

You can expect to pay from R 521 to R 4 344 for a bus ticket from Norfolk, VA to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 521, which is on 2026-02-13.

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.