Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Providence: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Providence on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Providence (Canal St & Smith St)Cheapest
Peter Pan + Peter Pan
Bus
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
Providence (Downtown)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Providence (Canal St & Smith St)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Providence (Canal St & Smith St)No tags
Peter Pan + Peter Pan
Bus
Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)
Providence (Downtown)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:07 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Providence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 330, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day
7h 20mAverage duration
380 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 330 - R 3 325Average duration7h 20m
9kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 697 - R 12 602Average duration5h 14m
34kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Providence by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Providence?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Providence start at R 330. The average price for this route is around R 1 265. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Providence?

    The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Providence is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 380 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 35m and is operated by OurBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Providence route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, OurBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Providence?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Providence at 03:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Providence?

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

  6. What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Providence?

    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 3169 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Providence?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Providence?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Providence?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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
14/12
R 1 322
15/12
R 1 073
Today
R 987
17/12
R 824
18/12
R 841
19/12
R 945
20/12
R 945
21/12
R 945
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Providence was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 824

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 Providence as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 824 to R 2 026 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 824, which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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