How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Houston start at R 2 298. The average price for this route is around R 3 997. 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 Houston?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Houston is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 2173 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 88 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Houston at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Houston produces an estimated 54 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 Houston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Houston?

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 Houston?

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 Houston from R 2 195 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Houston on 5 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 3h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 10h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 11h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 16h	11:20	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 16h	12:00	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Houston on 6 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 10h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 11h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	02:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 16h	17:05	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 18h	14:15	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Houston on 7 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 19h	14:35	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 11h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 18h	14:15	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	14:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 14h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Houston on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 20h	17:55	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 11h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 16h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	14:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 14h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Houston on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:15	Schuylkill & Walnut	2d 16h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 10h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 16h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Houston on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:10	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	2d 1h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 10h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 16h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Houston on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 20h	17:55	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 10h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 16h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Houston on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:10	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	2d 1h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 10h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 16h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 11h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
	Bus	02:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 16h	17:05	Houston Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 298, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

88bus per day

1d 21hAverage duration

2173 kmDistance

54kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 298 - R 10 884	Average duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 676 - R 6 392	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 196kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Houston?

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
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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 Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 481 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 921 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Houston, US 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 Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Houston start at R 2 298. The average price for this route is around R 3 997. 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 Houston?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Houston is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 2173 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 88 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Houston at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Houston?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Houston produces an estimated 54 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 Houston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Houston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Houston?
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 Houston?
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

03/01

R 6 820

04/01

R 4 448

Today

R 4 003

06/01

R 3 843

07/01

R 2 977

08/01

R 4 062

09/01

R 4 406

10/01

R 3 187

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Houston, US was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 977

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 Houston, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 977 to R 7 173 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 977, which is on 2026-01-07.