How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Elmira?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Elmira start from $64. The average price for this route is around $107. 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 Philadelphia to Elmira?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Elmira is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 170 miles (274 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Elmira route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Elmira at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Elmira generates an estimated 7 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 Philadelphia to Elmira?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6414 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Elmira?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Elmira?

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.

Bus Philadelphia to Elmira from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Elmira on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 25m	7:10pm	Elmira	Cheapest
Bus	11:00am	Cherry Hill Mall	8h 10m	7:10pm	Elmira	Fastest
Bus	10:35am	Schuylkill & Walnut	8h 35m	7:10pm	Elmira	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:41 PM EST.

Get from Philadelphia to Elmira

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

10h 25mAverage Duration

170 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Elmira?

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
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D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
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E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
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F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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Stops in Elmira

A
Chemung County Transportation Center
100 E Church St, Elmira, NY 14901
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,055 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

Peter Pan

4/56,422 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,501 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Elmira, NY, US 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 Philadelphia to Elmira?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Elmira start from $64. The average price for this route is around $107. 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 Philadelphia to Elmira?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Elmira is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 170 miles (274 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Elmira route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Peter Pan, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Elmira?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Elmira at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Elmira?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Elmira generates an estimated 7 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 Philadelphia to Elmira?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6414 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Elmira?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Elmira?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Elmira?
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.

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01/15

$61

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$68

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$100

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Elmira, NY, US was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $61

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

You can expect to pay from $61 to $101 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Elmira, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2026-01-18.