Bus from Scranton to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Scranton to Philadelphia on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Scranton Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.Cheapest
AmtrakBus
Scranton, PA
30th Street StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Scranton
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBusBus
Scranton
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Scranton Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:01 AM EST.

Get from Scranton to Philadelphia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 504, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
6h 55mAverage duration
167 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Scranton 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 Scranton to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Scranton to Philadelphia start at R 504. The average price for this route is around R 1 169. 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 Scranton to Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from Scranton to Philadelphia is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 167 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

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

    The earliest bus departs from Scranton to Philadelphia at 03:35. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.

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

    A bus trip from Scranton to Philadelphia produces an estimated 4 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 Scranton to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

    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.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
13/12
R 519
14/12
R 588
Today
R 553
16/12
R 502
17/12
R 571
18/12
R 476
19/12
R 493
20/12
R 502
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Scranton to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 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 Scranton to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 476 to R 1 936 for a bus ticket from Scranton 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 2025-12-18.

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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