Bus from Providence to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Providence to Philadelphia on 31 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StCheapest
Peter Pan + Peter Pan
Bus
Rhode Island Convention Center
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBusBus
Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Providence to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 309, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day
7h 20mAverage duration
382 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 309 - R 2 533Average duration7h 20m
10kg CO₂e
Average priceR 704 - R 11 764Average duration5h 11m
34kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Providence to Philadelphia, PA 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 Providence to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Providence to Philadelphia start at R 309. The average price for this route is around R 849. 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 Providence to Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from Providence to Philadelphia is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 382 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus, Peter Pan.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Providence to Philadelphia at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 18:25.

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

    A bus trip from Providence to Philadelphia produces an estimated 10 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 Providence to Philadelphia?

    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.

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

    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 Providence to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

    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
26/01
R 548
27/01
R 597
Today
R 637
29/01
R 476
30/01
R 717
31/01
R 677
01/02
R 774
02/02
R 572
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Providence to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 476

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Providence to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 476 to R 999 for a bus ticket from Providence to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 476, which is on 2026-01-29.

Usually FlixBus 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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