How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Lafayette?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Lafayette start at R 1 403. The average price for this route is around R 2 612. 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 22h 45m, covering a distance of 999 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h 20m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Lafayette route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 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 03:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Lafayette produces an estimated 25 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 1 901 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Lafayette on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	18h 40m	12:10	Lafayette Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
	Bus	19:00	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 2h	21:15	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	23h 15m	21:15	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	1d 2h	21:15	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 1h	21:15	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 1:00 PM EST.

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 22 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 403, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

22h 45mAverage duration

999 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 403 - R 6 846	Average duration22h 45m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 810 - R 10 609	Average duration23h 20m	CO₂ emissions 91kg 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
CityBus Center
N 3rd St & North St (Corner), Lafayette, IN 47901

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 608 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, IN 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 1 403. The average price for this route is around R 2 612. 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 22h 45m, covering a distance of 999 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Lafayette route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 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 03:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Lafayette?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Lafayette produces an estimated 25 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, IN was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 901

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