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What is the best way to travel from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Buses to Philadelphia, PA from Durham, NC. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 20m
£42
£50
17
Flight
1h 30m
£27
£97
2

What is the cheapest way to reach Philadelphia, PA from Durham, NC?

You can reach Philadelphia, PA with just £27 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £46
Saturday
from £27
Sunday
from £52
Monday
from £45
Tuesday
from £49
Wednesday
from £53
Thursday
from £48

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    21:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    06:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £46
  • Greyhound US
    13h 20m
    0
    09:10
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £49
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    17:45
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    03:05
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £50
  • FlixBus
    17h 0m
    0
    22:05
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    15:05
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 31m
    0
    21:53
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    23:24
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £27
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 30m
    0
    14:54
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    16:24
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £167
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    02:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    11:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    03:50
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    13:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    17:45
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    03:05
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £48
  • Greyhound US
    13h 20m
    0
    09:10
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £49

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    02:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    11:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    03:50
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    13:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • FlixBus
    17h 20m
    0
    22:05
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    15:25
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £60
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £63

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    02:40
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    16:25
    Philadelphia, PA
    Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £45
  • FlixBus
    17h 15m
    0
    21:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    14:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £45
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    03:50
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    13:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £45
  • Greyhound US
    13h 0m
    0
    09:10
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    22:10
    Philadelphia, PA
    Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £46
  • Greyhound US
    14h 35m
    0
    09:10
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    23:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £46

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    02:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    13:00
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £49
  • Greyhound US
    18h 25m
    0
    16:20
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    10:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £49
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £58

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    02:15
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    13:00
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £53
  • Greyhound US
    18h 25m
    0
    16:20
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    10:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £53
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £55

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    02:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    11:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    21:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    06:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £50
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    02:15
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    11:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £51
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £53

What are the fastest trips from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA?

You can get to Philadelphia, PA from Durham, NC in just 1h 30m with a Flight from Frontier Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 9h 20m
Saturday
from 1h 30m
Sunday
from 9h 30m
Monday
from 9h 55m
Tuesday
from 10h 45m
Wednesday
from 10h 45m
Thursday
from 9h 30m

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    17:45
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    03:05
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £50
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    21:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    06:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £46
  • Greyhound US
    13h 20m
    0
    09:10
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £49
  • FlixBus
    17h 0m
    0
    22:05
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    15:05
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 30m
    0
    14:54
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    16:24
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £167
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 31m
    0
    21:53
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    23:24
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £27
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    17:45
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    03:05
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    02:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    11:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    03:50
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    13:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • Greyhound US
    13h 20m
    0
    09:10
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £49
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £48

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    02:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    11:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    03:50
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    13:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £60
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £63
  • FlixBus
    17h 20m
    0
    22:05
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    15:25
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    03:50
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    13:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £45
  • Greyhound US
    13h 0m
    0
    09:10
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    22:10
    Philadelphia, PA
    Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £46
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    02:40
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    16:25
    Philadelphia, PA
    Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £45
  • Greyhound US
    14h 35m
    0
    09:10
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    23:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £46
  • FlixBus
    17h 15m
    0
    21:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    14:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £45

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    02:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    13:00
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £49
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £58
  • Greyhound US
    18h 25m
    0
    16:20
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    10:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £49

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    02:15
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    13:00
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £53
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £55
  • Greyhound US
    18h 25m
    0
    16:20
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    10:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £53

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    02:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    11:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    21:15
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    06:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    02:15
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    11:45
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £51
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Chapel Hill and Willard St
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £50
  • Greyhound US
    13h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    22:30
    Philadelphia, PA
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £53
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA

What are the most popular stations in Durham, NC and Philadelphia, PA?

In Durham, NC, you will usually depart from Exxon, Transportation Center or BP Guess Road, while in Philadelphia, PA you will be arriving at 30th Street Station, The Gallery or 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Coach Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Philadelphia, PA from Durham, NC? With 4 connections between 2 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Durham, NC and Philadelphia, PA, you can pay as low as £27 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Frontier Airlines: you will get to Philadelphia, PA in just 1h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Durham, NC and Philadelphia, PA are FlixBus, Greyhound US and Frontier Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Durham, NC and Philadelphia, PA is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gorman, NC or to Millbourne, PA, and look at flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport, and landing at Greater Wilmington Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA?

The most popular companies between Durham, NC and Philadelphia, PA, are FlixBus, Greyhound US and Frontier Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US

Airlines: Frontier Airlines

All you need to know when you travel from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA

How can I reach Philadelphia, PA from Durham, NC?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Philadelphia, PA from Durham, NC.

How far is Philadelphia, PA from Durham, NC?

The distance between Durham, NC and Philadelphia, PA is 548.0 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Durham, NC and Philadelphia, PA?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 15 kgs of CO2, a train 19 kgs, a car 93 kgs, and a flight 135 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA?

You can get to Philadelphia, PA with just £27 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Philadelphia, PA in just 1h 30m with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

More routes to Durham, NC and to Philadelphia, PA

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Durham, NC and to Philadelphia, PA. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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