Next bus departures

Next departures for Syracuse to Philadelphia on October 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	2:35am	Amtrak Station	6h 25m	9:00am	Philadelphia Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	2:00pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	6h 25m	8:25pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Fastest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	1:15am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	8h 35m	9:50am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:55am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	8h	11:55am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:35am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	7h 45m	4:20pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	9:45am	Amtrak Station	9h 30m	7:15pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	2:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	8h 30m	11:00am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	8h 45m	4:15pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:04 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Syracuse 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 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 876, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

222 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR 876 - R 3 871	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR 1 190 - R 12 422	Average Duration8h 59m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Syracuse and Philadelphia

Stops in Syracuse

A
Regional Transportation Center
1 Walsh Circle Ste 30, Syracuse, NY 13208
B
Syracuse Airport
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C
Syracuse University
Bus stops at Schine Student Center across the street from the Sheraton Parking Garage., Schine Student Center, 303 University Pl, Syracuse, NY 13210
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D
Syracuse University - Lyman Hall
College Place, Syracuse, NY 13210, USA
E
New York State Fairgrounds
581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209, USA
F
Syracuse, NY
349-399 US-11, Syracuse, NY 13202, USA

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
B
Philadelphia Airport
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
E
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/588,191 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Syracuse Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The only reason the bus was late is because of the snow and weather issues

Torian L.

December 19, 2019

Be better b

Jasmine D.

August 24, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/515,999 reviews

Staff4.2

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, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Syracuse, US to Philadelphia, PA, 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 Syracuse to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Syracuse to Philadelphia start from R 876. The average price for this route is around R 1 278. 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 Syracuse to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Syracuse to Philadelphia is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 222 miles (358 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Syracuse to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Syracuse to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Syracuse to Philadelphia at 1:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Syracuse to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Syracuse to Philadelphia generates an estimated 8.94285 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 Syracuse to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 88168 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Syracuse to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Syracuse to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Syracuse to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

09/29

R 1 155

09/30

R 1 361

Today

R 2 122

10/02

R 1 404

10/03

R 967

10/04

R 1 019

10/05

R 967

10/06

R 805

The cheapest trip from Syracuse, US to Philadelphia, PA, US was searched and found on Oct 6, 2026 with a price of R 805

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

You can expect to pay from R 805 to R 2 533 for a bus ticket from Syracuse, US to Philadelphia, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 805 which is on 2026-10-06.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.