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.

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 .

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 .

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bus Philadelphia to Newark from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45pm	Race Street (Between N 5th Street and N 6th)	1h 45m	2:30pm	Newark Penn Station, Ferry Street in front of P. Francisco Park	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 30m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 55m	7:15am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 35m	1:55am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	3h 10m	9:10am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	1h 45m	8:10pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 30m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 55m	7:15am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 35m	1:55am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Philadelphia, PA	2h 10m	10:20am	Newark Airport	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	3h 10m	9:10am	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 30m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 55m	7:15am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 35m	1:55am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	4:10am	Philadelphia, PA	2h 40m	6:50am	Newark Airport	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	3h 10m	9:10am	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 30m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 55m	7:15am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 35m	1:55am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Philadelphia, PA	2h 50m	2:20pm	Newark Airport	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 55m	9:20am	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 30m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 55m	7:15am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 35m	1:55am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Philadelphia, PA	2h 50m	2:20pm	Newark Airport	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 55m	9:20am	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 30m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 55m	7:15am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 35m	1:55am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	3:40pm	Philadelphia, PA	3h 10m	6:50pm	Newark Airport	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	3h 10m	9:10am	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 30m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	1h 55m	7:15am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 35m	1:55am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Philadelphia, PA	2h 50m	2:20pm	Newark Airport	No 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	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $130	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $401	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Newark?

Stops in Philadelphia

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

Stops in Newark

A
Newark Liberty International Airport
Visit page
B
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102

Compare bus companies

OurBus

4/53,159 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 45 daily trips between Philadelphia and Newark, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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 Lines, Inc. Philadelphia Newark recent customer reviews

Surprised, heard horror stories about their coaches but was presently surprised.

Trevor C.

October 9, 2025

I’m very disappointed I will never travel with greyhound anymore never in my life please give me back my money

Ernest G.

November 14, 2022

We missed the bus as there was no staff on site. Buses were not marked, no announcements and no platform listed on the screen. Once we found a staff member at exactly our departure time they said the bus had already left. Very poor experience. The terminal had homeless people flooding in and out. We ended up having to take a $140 Uber to Newark so we didn’t miss our flight. Very disappointed.

Amanda K.

July 31, 2021

Peter Pan

4/56,351 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

FlixBus

3.5/511,474 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 Philadelphia Newark recent customer reviews

Great experience.

Demba K.

September 22, 2025

It’s very nice trip

Eirini O.

February 22, 2025

Fast and safe

Maria C.

December 31, 2024

La Cubana Xpress

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

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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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

The 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.