How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Philadelphia start from A$125. The average price for this route is around A$238. 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 Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Philadelphia is 1d , covering a distance of 1259 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Philadelphia at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Birmingham to Philadelphia generates an estimated 31.468574999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5801 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Birmingham to Philadelphia from A$115 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Philadelphia on May 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 14h	2:30pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	Cheapest
	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 30m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d	12:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Philadelphia on May 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	21h	12:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	20h 30m	1:45pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 35m	10:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 30m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 5m	1:00pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Philadelphia on May 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 3h	8:35pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	21h	12:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 35m	10:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 30m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 5m	1:00pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Philadelphia on May 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 35m	10:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	20h 50m	11:45am	Philadelphia Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	21h	12:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 30m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	23h 45m	5:00pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Philadelphia on May 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	20h 30m	1:45pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	21h	12:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 30m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 35m	10:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	20h 50m	11:45am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Philadelphia on May 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 30m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	20h 30m	1:45pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	21h	12:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 35m	10:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	20h 50m	11:45am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 2026-05-10 CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just A$125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d Average Duration

1259 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceA$125 - A$376	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceA$234 - A$1,009	Average Duration22h 18m	CO₂ emissions 114kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Philadelphia?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL
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B
McDonald's - Birmingham
2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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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

Compare companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,555 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Amtrak

4.1/55,806 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Philadelphia start from A$125. The average price for this route is around A$238. 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 Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Philadelphia is 1d , covering a distance of 1259 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Philadelphia at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Philadelphia generates an estimated 31.468574999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5801 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

05-15

A$271

05-16

A$367

Today

A$197

05-18

A$260

05-19

A$211

05-20

A$227

05-21

A$207

05-22

A$217

The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on May 17, 2026 with a price of A$197

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from A$197 to A$367 for a bus ticket from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at A$207 which is on 2026-05-21.