Bus from Washington to Philadelphia
Book your bus ticket to Philadelphia from Washington today
Duration 2 hours 55 minutes (fastest time)
Departures Up to 11 services per day
Why travel with megabus?
Power outlets onboard*
Express service
Green certified
* Subject to availability
Washington to Philadelphia bus details
Our route M21 bus stops at 3 stops between Washington and Philadelphia. The bus sets off from Union Station and drops you off at Megabus Bus Stop at Northeast Corner of Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street
Washington
The Megabus and Virginia Breeze stop for all arrivals and departures in Washington, DC is located at Union Station. Union Station is located at 50 Massachusetts Ave and all departures will be from the bus deck along bays 31-41. Passengers arriving by Metro should make their way to the top level of the train station and should go one level up to the bus deck. Passengers are asked to use caution on the bus deck and only cross traffic areas at designated crossings. A free Cell Phone Waiting and Kiss and Ride lot is available in the parking garage, accessible from H Street.
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Philadelphia
Check your ticket for boarding!
Megabus Main Stop: NE corner of Schuylkill Ave & Walnut St, near 30th St Station.
Additional Stop for megabus New York Service: Market St W of 6th St until 11/15, then 2nd St & Spring Garden St from 11/16.
See your ticket for Fullington/Peter Pan bus stop details.
Our Buses
We are very proud of our fleet of state of the art buses.
- Individual power outlets*
- Reclining seats
- Reserved seating
- Onboard Restrooms
- Travel in luxury with megabus
* Subject to availability
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to travel from Washington to Philadelphia by bus?
The fastest bus from Washington to Philadelphia takes 2 hours 55 minutes
When is the first bus from Washington to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus from Washington to Philadelphia leaves at 12:20 AM
When is the last bus from Washington to Philadelphia?
The latest bus from Washington to Philadelphia leaves at 11:20 PM
How many daily bus trips are there from Washington to Philadelphia?
megabus runs up to 11 trips per day from Washington to Philadelphia. View our departure schedule and book your trip
How can I pay for my Washington to Philadelphia bus ticket?
megabus offers a wide range of payment methods for our tickets, including major credit card providers and Google pay.
Where is the Washington megabus bus stop?
The bus sets off from Union Station
Where is the Philadelphia megabus bus stop?
The bus drops you off at Megabus Bus Stop at Northeast Corner of Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street
Can I track my Washington to Philadelphia bus ?
megabus offers real-time bus tracking on our website, so you check your bus location by service number or route. No getting caught off guard with delays here!
How much does it cost to take the bus from Washington to Philadelphia?
Traveling with megabus is one of the most affordable options, with tickets starting at just $1*
* Plus a reservation fee and based on availability on megabus operated routes only.