How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Norfolk?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Norfolk start from $29. The average price for this route is around $47. 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 Norfolk?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Norfolk is 6h, covering a distance of 223 miles (359 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 50m and is operated by CoachRun .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Norfolk route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , CoachRun , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Norfolk at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Norfolk 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 Philadelphia to Norfolk?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

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 Philadelphia to Norfolk?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Norfolk from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Norfolk on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	81 Spring Garden St.	4h 50m	11:50pm	5818 Poplar Hall Dr - Norfolk	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 35m	7:25am	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 50m	7:20pm	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	6h 10m	7:40pm	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Norfolk on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	81 Spring Garden St.	4h 50m	11:50pm	5818 Poplar Hall Dr - Norfolk	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 35m	7:25am	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	7h 50m	9:40am	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 50m	7:20pm	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	7:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 30m	12:30am	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Norfolk on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	81 Spring Garden St.	4h 50m	11:50pm	5818 Poplar Hall Dr - Norfolk	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 35m	7:25am	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	7h 50m	9:40am	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 50m	7:20pm	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	7:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 30m	12:30am	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Norfolk on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	81 Spring Garden St.	4h 50m	11:50pm	5818 Poplar Hall Dr - Norfolk	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 35m	7:25am	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	7h 50m	9:40am	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 50m	7:20pm	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	10:00am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Norfolk on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	81 Spring Garden St.	4h 50m	11:50pm	5818 Poplar Hall Dr - Norfolk	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 35m	7:25am	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	7h 50m	9:40am	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 50m	7:20pm	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	7:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 30m	12:30am	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Norfolk on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 50m	7:20pm	Norfolk	Cheapest
Bus	7:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 30m	12:30am	Norfolk	Fastest
Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 35m	7:25am	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	7h 50m	9:40am	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	10:00am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Norfolk on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 50m	7:20pm	Norfolk	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 35m	7:25am	Norfolk	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	6h 10m	7:40pm	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Norfolk

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Norfolk. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

6hAverage Duration

223 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $98	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$39 - $247	Average Duration7h 9m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Norfolk?

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

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
Visit page

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,929 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.

CoachRun

3.5/5666 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.2

Greyhound

3.5/587,483 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 Philadelphia Norfolk recent customer reviews

Greyhound is a great, convenient, inexpensive way to go. Our late arrival was due to flash floods in Va. It was an awesome job, Greyhound.A safe arrival!

Susan A.

August 8, 2019

Poor staff, no professionalism

Javon H.

November 30, 2019

The lay over was to long

Theresa E.

September 6, 2019

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Norfolk, VA 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 Norfolk?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Norfolk start from $29. The average price for this route is around $47. 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 Norfolk?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Norfolk is 6h, covering a distance of 223 miles (359 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 50m and is operated by CoachRun.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Norfolk route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, CoachRun, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Norfolk?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Norfolk at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Norfolk?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Norfolk 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 Philadelphia to Norfolk?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Norfolk?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Norfolk?
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 Philadelphia to Norfolk?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

01/03

$44

01/04

$54

Today

$53

01/06

$44

01/07

$28

01/08

$24

01/09

$32

01/10

$32

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $24

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 Norfolk, VA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $120 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-01-08.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.