Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Reading on August 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:15am	Philadelphia Bus Station	1h 40m	10:55am	Reading (BARTA Transportation Center)	Cheapest
	Bus	2:15pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	1h 15m	3:30pm	Reading (BARTA Transportation Center)	Fastest
	Bus	4:40pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	1h 45m	6:25pm	Reading (BARTA Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Cherry Hill Mall	2h 5m	3:30pm	Reading (BARTA Transportation Center)	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	Philadelphia Mills - RED Lot	2h 20m	7:50pm	518 Penn Street	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55pm	Cherry Hill Mall	2h 30m	6:25pm	Reading (BARTA Transportation Center)	No tags
	Bus	7:50am	Philadelphia Mills - RED Lot	2h 5m	9:55am	518 Penn Street	No tags
	Bus	6:15pm	Philadelphia, PA	1h 35m	7:50pm	518 Penn Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:54 PM EDT.

Get from Philadelphia to Reading

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 14,689, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

50 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

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OurBus

4.0/53,306 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.0

With about 3 daily trips between Philadelphia and Reading, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

OurBus Philadelphia Reading recent customer reviews

Awful. We got to the station 30 minutes early and sat by the area where the bus was supposed to park. They didn't show up to that spot. The people at the desk were not aware this bus ever showed up and did not make an announcement that they had arrived and were loading passengers. We missed that bus that supposedly showed up and lost the ticket prices. We had to Uber over an hour home that cost us an additional $150 dollars. Terrible experience.

Andrew U.

July 12, 2026

The bus was an hour and a half late

Josh B.

November 26, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/515,161 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA, US to Reading, US 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 Philadelphia to Reading?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Reading start from CLP 14,689. The average price for this route is around CLP 21,377. 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 Philadelphia to Reading?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Reading is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 50 miles (81 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Reading route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from OurBus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Reading?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Reading at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Reading?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Reading generates an estimated 2.0062 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Reading?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3303 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Reading?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Reading?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Reading?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

08/13

CLP 10,778

08/14

CLP 14,070

Today

CLP 13,592

08/16

CLP 14,061

08/17

CLP 10,778

08/18

CLP 13,592

08/19

CLP 10,778

08/20

CLP 9,840

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA, US to Reading, US was searched and found on Aug 20, 2026 with a price of CLP 9,840

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 9,840 to CLP 20,157 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA, US to Reading, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 9,840 which is on 2026-08-20.