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Bus Philadelphia to Scranton: Trip Overview

Bus Philadelphia to Scranton: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$54
Average bus trip duration7h 10m
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure3:30 AM
Distance104 miles (167 km)
Latest bus departure11:35 PM

Philadelphia to Scranton Buses

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Philadelphia to Scranton is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Philadelphia to Scranton.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Philadelphia to Scranton, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures14
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:30AM - 11:35PM
Minimum Price$66
Average Ticket Price$54
Minimum Trip Duration2h50m
Average Bus Trip Duration7h10m
Distance104 miles (167 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound, Martz Trailways
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Philadelphia - Scranton

The bus is the best choice to get to Scranton without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

On average, the trip from Philadelphia to Scranton takes around 7h 10m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 2h 50m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 104 miles (168 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Philadelphia and Scranton is 104 miles (168 km).

You can choose from 14 travel times and travel with FlixBus, Greyhound and Martz Trailways. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Philadelphia to Scranton may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Philadelphia to Scranton as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates between 3:30 AM and 11:35 PM.

If you're headed to Scranton from Philadelphia, chances are that your bus will leave from Bus Station and arrive at Scranton Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $31.

You can expect to pay around $54 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $31 and $136, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from Philadelphia to Scranton! The round-trip travel time is around 5h 40m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Scranton before making your way back to Philadelphia.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Philadelphia to Scranton.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Philadelphia to Scranton.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Philadelphia to Scranton that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Philadelphia to Scranton while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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