Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
OurBusBus
Race Street (Between N 5th Street and N 6th)
Newark Penn Station, Ferry Street in front of P. Francisco ParkCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Newark Penn StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Newark Penn StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Newark Penn StationNo tags
Peter PanBus
Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)
Newark Penn StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Newark

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

63train per day
1h 5mAverage Duration
76 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$10 - $130Average Duration2h 20m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$13 - $401Average Duration1h 5m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Newark?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Newark start from $10. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Newark?

    The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Newark is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 80 miles (129 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by La Cubana Xpress.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 61 buses available per day, including services from OurBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan, FlixBus, La Cubana Xpress.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Newark at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Newark generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Newark?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Newark?

    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.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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
11/27
$22
11/28
$24
Today
$24
11/30
$16
12/01
$17
12/02
$15
12/03
$13
12/04
$13
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $13

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 Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $115 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually OurBus 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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