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Which bus from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus, Greyhound US or Peter Pan Bus Lines. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£22
tomorrow
£17
Sunday
£16
Monday
£13
Tuesday
£14
Wednesday
Thursday
£14

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 4h 5m 17:50 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 21:55 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £22
Greyhound US 5h 30m 11:45 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 17:15 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £23
FlixBus 2h 45m 18:30 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 21:15 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £25
FlixBus 2h 40m 22:00 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 00:40 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £25
Peter Pan Bus Lines 4h 0m 09:00 Philadelphia, PA 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Coach Stop 13:00 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC via Baltimore, MD, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      3h 15m
      0
      02:45
      Philadelphia, PA
      Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street
      04:50
      Baltimore, MD
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £12
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Busbud
      1h 0m
      0
      05:00
      Baltimore, MD
      Downtown Bus Station
      06:00
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 3h 55m 02:45 Philadelphia, PA IRS Building 06:40 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £17
FlixBus 2h 45m 18:30 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 21:15 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 2h 40m 22:00 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 00:40 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £18
Greyhound US 4h 40m 09:45 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 14:25 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £18
Greyhound US 3h 25m 15:20 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 18:45 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 20m 05:00 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 08:20 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £16
Greyhound US 3h 55m 02:00 Philadelphia, PA Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street 05:55 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £16
Greyhound US 5h 30m 11:45 Philadelphia, PA Convention Center 17:15 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 2h 50m 03:10 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 06:00 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £19
BBBus USA 2h 40m 12:40 Philadelphia, PA 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Coach Stop 15:20 Washington, DC Exxon New York Ave NE  Premium Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 3h 55m 02:45 Philadelphia, PA Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street 06:40 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £13
FlixBus 3h 20m 05:00 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 08:20 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 2h 45m 18:30 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 21:15 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £15
Greyhound US 4h 40m 09:45 Philadelphia, PA Convention Center 14:25 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £15
BBBus USA 2h 40m 12:40 Philadelphia, PA 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Coach Stop 15:20 Washington, DC Exxon New York Ave NE  Premium Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 3h 55m 02:00 Philadelphia, PA Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street 05:55 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 3h 20m 05:00 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 08:20 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £15
Greyhound US 5h 30m 12:45 Philadelphia, PA Convention Center 18:15 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 2h 55m 01:50 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 04:45 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £16
BBBus USA 2h 20m 19:30 Philadelphia, PA 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Coach Stop 21:50 Washington, DC Exxon New York Ave NE  Premium Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 50m 17:10 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 20:00 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £14
Greyhound US 4h 5m 17:50 Philadelphia, PA Convention Center 21:55 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £14
Greyhound US 3h 20m 20:30 Philadelphia, PA Convention Center 23:50 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 2h 50m 03:10 Philadelphia, PA Spring Garden St Station 06:00 Washington, DC Union Station  Economy £15
BBBus USA 2h 40m 12:40 Philadelphia, PA 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Coach Stop 15:20 Washington, DC Exxon New York Ave NE  Premium Economy £19

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC is £13 on 03/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 36 daily coaches from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 15 daily coaches between Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 50 coaches from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC, with 37 offers.

All facts for Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus, Greyhound US and Peter Pan Bus Lines that travel daily 28 times by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC in one click. Book your Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC bus ticket starting from £13!

Cheapest Bus £13
Fastest Bus 2h 20m
Earliest Coach 01:50
Latest Coach 23:15
Daily Bus Connections 28 Ø
Distance 195.9 km
Coach Companies FlixBus, Greyhound US, Peter Pan Bus Lines and BBBus USA

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC?

Every day, 28 buses from 4 coach companies leave Philadelphia, PA for Washington, DC. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£22
Saturday 06/12
£17
Sunday 07/12
£16
Monday 08/12
£16
Tuesday 09/12
£14
Wednesday 10/12
Thursday 11/12
£16
Friday 12/12
£16
Saturday 13/12
£15
Sunday 14/12
£16
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
£16
Wednesday 17/12
£18
Thursday 18/12
£16
Friday 19/12
£18
Saturday 20/12
£14
Sunday 21/12
£16
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
£18
Wednesday 24/12
£18
Thursday 25/12
£19
Friday 26/12
Saturday 27/12
£20
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £13, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £16.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC, with £13. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £14.

How to save money travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC are also emptier.

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What are the most popular bus companies from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC timetable.

BBBus USA from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC

BBBus USA

Here you will find the key facts about the BBBus USA bus route Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC:

Cheapest Price £19
Fastest Coach 2h 20m
Earliest Coach 12:40
Last Coach 19:30
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 01/12/2025
In total 4 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC

Here is a map with all coach stations in Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC bus

How much does a Philadelphia, PA Washington, DC coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Philadelphia, PA Washington, DC bus trip is available from £13 and takes 3h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC?

This connection is offered by 4 companies with ticket prices ranging from £13 to £35. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Washington, DC.

How many connections are available for the Philadelphia, PA Washington, DC route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC is offered by roughly 28 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Washington, DC from Philadelphia, PA take?

The quickest coach from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC is provided by BBBus USA and takes 2h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £19. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC?

The earliest bus to Washington, DC departs from Philadelphia, PA at 01:50. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC?

The latest bus to Washington, DC departs from Philadelphia, PA at 23:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Philadelphia, PA Washington, DC route?

Passengers looking to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC can travel with FlixBus, Greyhound US and Peter Pan Bus Lines. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC?

You can check all the direct connections between Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus, Greyhound US and Peter Pan Bus Lines.

What can I take with me on the bus to Washington, DC from Philadelphia, PA?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Philadelphia, PA Washington, DC bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Philadelphia, PA Washington, DC bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

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