How much is the bus ticket from Norfolk to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Norfolk to Philadelphia start from $36. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 Norfolk to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Norfolk to Philadelphia is 6h, covering a distance of 220 miles (355 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Norfolk to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Norfolk to Philadelphia at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Norfolk to Philadelphia generates an estimated 9 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 Norfolk 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Norfolk 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 Norfolk to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk to Philadelphia from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Norfolk to Philadelphia on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00pm	Norfolk	6h 15m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
7:00am	Norfolk	5h 45m	12:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
7:15am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	7h 45m	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
7:50pm	Norfolk	7h 45m	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
7:15am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	7h 45m	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Philadelphia on December 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00pm	Norfolk	6h 15m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
7:00am	Norfolk	5h 45m	12:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
7:10am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h 4m	3:14pm	30th Street Station	No tags
3:00pm	Norfolk	5h 45m	8:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
7:10am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h 4m	3:14pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Philadelphia on December 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:00am	Norfolk	5h 45m	12:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h	10:25pm	30th Street Station	No tags
10:00pm	Norfolk	6h 15m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
3:00pm	Norfolk	5h 45m	8:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h	10:25pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Philadelphia on December 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:00am	Norfolk	5h 45m	12:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h	10:25pm	30th Street Station	No tags
10:00pm	Norfolk	6h 15m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
6:45am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	6h	12:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h	10:25pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Philadelphia on December 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:00am	Norfolk	5h 45m	12:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h	10:25pm	30th Street Station	No tags
10:00pm	Norfolk	6h 15m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
6:45am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	6h	12:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h	10:25pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Philadelphia on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00pm	Norfolk	6h 15m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
7:00am	Norfolk	5h 45m	12:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h	10:25pm	30th Street Station	No tags
3:00pm	Norfolk	5h 45m	8:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	8h	10:25pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Norfolk 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 6 hours and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

6hAverage Duration

220 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $135	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $384	Average Duration7h 32m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Philadelphia?

Stops in Norfolk

A
Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station
280 Park Avenue. Norfolk, VA 23510
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B
Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop
415 N Military Hwy, Norfolk, VA 23502, Elegante Dominican Beauty Salon between Military Hwy and Briar Hill Road
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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

FlixBus

3.5/511,524 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Norfolk Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Great ride for the price…dropoff in Philly’s a bit sketchy…

Dennis P.

June 16, 2025

Amtrak

4/55,625 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,415 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.

Greyhound Norfolk Philadelphia recent customer reviews

I am from Belize Central America the bus is comfortable Wi-Fi is very good drivers are like professionals. One thing some of the bus terminal is so hard to locate even if ask local people

Richard N.

March 15, 2024

It was trash I am never using their service again they need help with their customer service and the way they communicate with the customer.

Wanya L.

March 7, 2020

The bus did not show up in Salisbury. We missed our connection. I was very late getting home. I would appreciate a full refund.

Debra B.

August 18, 2018

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Norfolk, VA 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 Norfolk to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Norfolk to Philadelphia start from $36. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 Norfolk to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Norfolk to Philadelphia is 6h, covering a distance of 220 miles (355 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Norfolk to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Norfolk to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Norfolk to Philadelphia at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Norfolk to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Norfolk to Philadelphia generates an estimated 9 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 Norfolk 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Norfolk 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 Norfolk to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Norfolk 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

12/02

$67

12/03

$53

Today

$53

12/05

$53

12/06

$47

12/07

$45

12/08

$39

12/09

$37

The cheapest trip from Norfolk, VA to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $267 for a bus ticket from Norfolk, VA to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually Amtrak 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.