How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Lafayette?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Lafayette start at R 2 643. The average price for this route is around R 3 864. 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 Lafayette?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Lafayette is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1874 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Lafayette route?

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

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

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

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Lafayette produces an estimated 47 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 Lafayette?

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 87412 reviews.

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

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 Lafayette?

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 Lafayette?

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 Lafayette from R 2 597 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Philadelphia to Lafayette on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 14h	10:15	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	03:45	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	23:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 14h	12:50	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	23:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 16h	15:05	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	23:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 14h	12:50	Lafayette Transit System	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Lafayette

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 643, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

1d 14hAverage duration

1874 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 643 - R 6 409	Average duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 169 - R 8 298	Average duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 170kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Lafayette?

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 Lafayette

A
TA Travel Center - Lafayette
1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
Visit page
B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501
C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Lafayette, LA 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 Lafayette?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Lafayette start at R 2 643. The average price for this route is around R 3 864. 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 Lafayette?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Lafayette is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1874 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Lafayette route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Lafayette?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Lafayette at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Lafayette?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Lafayette produces an estimated 47 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 Lafayette?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Lafayette?
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 Lafayette?
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 Lafayette?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 041

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 Lafayette, LA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 041 to R 4 265 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 041, which is on 2025-12-19.