How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Philadelphia start from $104. The average price for this route is around $172. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Philadelphia is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 782 miles (1262 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Philadelphia route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Philadelphia at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Birmingham to Philadelphia generates an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Birmingham 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 5654 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham 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 has the most timely service from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Philadelphia from $91 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Philadelphia on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	19h 45m	1:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	Bus	4:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	21h 50m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	20h 55m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 4h	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:28 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

782 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$104 - $332	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$163 - $783	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 114kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Philadelphia?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL
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B
McDonald's - Birmingham
2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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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

Greyhound

3.5/587,471 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,693 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Philadelphia start from $104. The average price for this route is around $172. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Philadelphia is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 782 miles (1262 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Philadelphia at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Philadelphia generates an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Birmingham 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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham 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 has the most timely service from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham 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.

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 1, 2026 with a price of $188

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

You can expect to pay from $188 to $252 for a bus ticket from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $200 which is on 2026-01-02.