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.

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 .

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 .

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bus Scranton to Philadelphia from R 381 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Scranton to Philadelphia on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	Scranton Bus Station	5h 25m	22:55	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Scranton	8h 30m	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	11:05	Scranton	5h 55m	17:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	13:30	Scranton	6h 15m	19:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Scranton	7h 45m	03:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures from Scranton to Philadelphia on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	Scranton Bus Station	5h 25m	22:55	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	06:00	Scranton, PA	3h 5m	09:05	30th Street Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:35	Scranton	7h 35m	11:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Scranton	6h 30m	10:05	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	06:40	Scranton Bus Station	5h 15m	11:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Scranton to Philadelphia on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	Scranton Bus Station	5h 25m	22:55	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	06:00	Scranton, PA	3h 5m	09:05	30th Street Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:35	Scranton	7h 35m	11:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Scranton	6h 30m	10:05	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	06:40	Scranton Bus Station	5h 15m	11:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Scranton to Philadelphia on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	Scranton Bus Station	5h 25m	22:55	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	06:00	Scranton, PA	3h 5m	09:05	30th Street Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:35	Scranton	7h 35m	11:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Scranton	5h 40m	09:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	06:40	Scranton Bus Station	5h 15m	11:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Scranton to Philadelphia on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	Scranton Bus Station	5h 25m	22:55	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	06:00	Scranton, PA	3h 5m	09:05	30th Street Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:35	Scranton	7h 35m	11:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Scranton	5h 40m	09:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	06:40	Scranton Bus Station	5h 15m	11:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Scranton to Philadelphia on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	Scranton Bus Station	5h 25m	22:55	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	06:00	Scranton, PA	3h 5m	09:05	30th Street Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:35	Scranton	7h 35m	11:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Scranton	5h 40m	09:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	06:40	Scranton Bus Station	5h 15m	11:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Scranton to Philadelphia on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	Scranton Bus Station	5h 25m	22:55	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	06:00	Scranton, PA	3h 5m	09:05	30th Street Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:35	Scranton	7h 35m	11:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Scranton	5h 40m	09:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	06:40	Scranton Bus Station	5h 15m	11:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Scranton to Philadelphia on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	Scranton Bus Station	5h 25m	22:55	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	06:00	Scranton, PA	3h 5m	09:05	30th Street Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:35	Scranton	7h 35m	11:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Scranton	5h 40m	09:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	06:40	Scranton Bus Station	5h 15m	11:55	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

Where are the popular stops in Scranton and Philadelphia?

Stops in Scranton

A
Scranton Bus Station
23 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503, USA

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 617 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87431 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 504

Greyhound Scranton Philadelphia recent customer reviews

last time my greyhound bus from scranton to philadelphia did not come at all and i had to take a martz bus later so i was very anxious about this trip. however on this occasion the bus was there so i could board early and left promptly to arrive in philadelphia on time.

Eryn M.

11 October 2019

Really relaxing smooth trip!

Colleen D.

14 May 2018

Amtrak

4/55 648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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

The 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.