Bus Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today

$43

tomorrow

$40

Wednesday

$44

Thursday

Friday

$43

Saturday

$43

Sunday

$38

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	8h 15m	11:00 AM	Cambridge, MA	Alewife Station	7:15 PM	Philadelphia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Alewife Station, Cambridge, MA (USA) at 7/27/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 7:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	8h 15m	11:00 AM	Cambridge, MA	Alewife Station	7:15 PM	Philadelphia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Alewife Station, Cambridge, MA (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	8h 15m	11:00 AM	Cambridge, MA	Alewife Station	7:15 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station		Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Alewife Station, Cambridge, MA (USA) at 7/29/2026 11:00:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	8h 15m	11:00 AM	Cambridge, MA	Alewife Station	7:15 PM	Philadelphia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Alewife Station, Cambridge, MA (USA) at 7/31/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 7:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	8h 15m	11:00 AM	Cambridge, MA	Alewife Station	7:15 PM	Philadelphia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Alewife Station, Cambridge, MA (USA) at 8/1/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 7:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	10h 15m	2:15 PM	Cambridge, MA	Alewife Station	12:30 AM	Philadelphia	Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street		Economy	$38	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Alewife Station, Cambridge, MA (USA) at 8/2/2026 2:15:00 PM to Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 8/3/2026 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
	FlixBus	8h 15m	11:00 AM	Cambridge, MA	Alewife Station	7:15 PM	Philadelphia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$45	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Alewife Station, Cambridge, MA (USA) at 8/2/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 7:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia is $38 on 8/2/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Cambridge, MA and Philadelphia

See here how frequent the connections between Cambridge, MA and Philadelphia are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Cambridge, MA and Philadelphia.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 12 buses from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Cambridge, MA and Philadelphia, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia starting from $38!

Cheapest Bus	$38
Fastest Bus	8h 15m
Earliest Bus	11:00 AM
Latest Bus	2:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	269.7 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Cambridge, MA for Philadelphia: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$55

Tuesday 07/28

$40

Wednesday 07/29

$47

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

$43

Saturday 08/01

$44

Sunday 08/02

$48

Monday 08/03

$46

Tuesday 08/04

$41

Wednesday 08/05

$41

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

$52

Saturday 08/08

$45

Sunday 08/09

$51

Monday 08/10

$42

Tuesday 08/11

$40

Wednesday 08/12

$42

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

$44

Saturday 08/15

$43

Sunday 08/16

$52

Monday 08/17

$42

Tuesday 08/18

$41

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

$47

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $38, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $43.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia, with $38. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $40.

How to save money travelling from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cambridge, MA and Philadelphia

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cambridge, MA and Philadelphia.

Alewife Station

Rindge Ave 351

Central Bus Station

Filbert St 1001

Market St

Spring Garden St Station

Spring Garden St & 2nd St

JFK & Broad

John F Kennedy Blvd 1401

30th Street Station

Market St 2955

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia? Or which bus companies serve the route Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia bus

How much does a Cambridge, MA Philadelphia bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $38 and takes 10h 15m to reach Philadelphia. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $38 and $48. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Philadelphia.

On average, how many connections are available from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia each day?

Every day, the Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia take?

The fastest bus from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia is offered by FlixBus and takes 8h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $43. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus arriving in Philadelphia from Cambridge, MA starts at 11:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia?

The latest bus trip departing from Cambridge, MA for Philadelphia starts at 2:15 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cambridge, MA Philadelphia route?

When traveling by bus from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge, MA and Philadelphia?

You can check all the direct connections between Cambridge, MA and Philadelphia by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cambridge, MA Philadelphia bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cambridge, MA Philadelphia bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cambridge, MA to Philadelphia

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Cambridge, MA and to Philadelphia

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cambridge, MA and to Philadelphia. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!