How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Harrisburg start at R 281. The average price for this route is around R 615. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Harrisburg is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 152 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Harrisburg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , OurBus , Fullington .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Harrisburg at 09:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Harrisburg produces an estimated 4 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 Philadelphia to Harrisburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3188 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Harrisburg from R 166 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Harrisburg on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2h	19:30	Harrisburg Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	09:00	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 10m	11:10	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Harrisburg on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	09:00	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 10m	11:10	Harrisburg Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 35m	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Harrisburg on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 10m	11:10	Harrisburg Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2h	19:30	Harrisburg Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 35m	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Harrisburg on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 10m	11:10	Harrisburg Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2h	19:30	Harrisburg Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 35m	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Harrisburg on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 10m	11:10	Harrisburg Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2h	19:30	Harrisburg Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 35m	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:29 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Harrisburg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 1 hour 48 minutes and with fares starting at just R 517, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

1h 48mAverage duration

149 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 281 - R 1 441	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 517 - R 1 235	Average duration1h 48m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Harrisburg?

Stops in Philadelphia

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

A
Harrisburg Bieber Greyhound Station
411 Market St, Harrisburg, PA 17101

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87516 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 524

Greyhound Philadelphia Harrisburg recent customer reviews

I was disappointed by my ride on this pretty full bus. My armrest was broken and seat generally uncomfortable. The air was stale and unpleasant with multiple food wrappers and plates around. Given the long ride with continuous riders, there must be little opportunity to freshen the bus up.

Lisa T.

13 October 2017

The bus was scheduled for 10:45, and we didn't leave until 12:15. A creepy man was following me around the bus station and wouldn't stop talking to me, causing me to move 3 times and the staff did nothing.

Arielle I.

11 May 2017

I did not enjoy that Greyhound would not allow me to change the trip date.

Pamela H.

8 August 2025

OurBus

4/53 188 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3

Fullington

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg 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 Philadelphia to Harrisburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Harrisburg start at R 281. The average price for this route is around R 615. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Harrisburg is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 152 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Harrisburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, OurBus, Fullington.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Harrisburg at 09:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Harrisburg produces an estimated 4 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 Philadelphia to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3188 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

21/01

R 678

22/01

R 744

Today

R 810

24/01

R 628

25/01

R 595

26/01

R 513

27/01

R 496

28/01

R 496

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 496

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 Harrisburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 496 to R 810 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 496, which is on 2026-01-27.