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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | South Bend | Philadelphia Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | South Bend | Philadelphia Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | South Bend | Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | South Bend | Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 10:02 AM EDT.
Get from South Bend to Philadelphia
The journey takes about 18 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Bend 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 South Bend to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from South Bend to Philadelphia start from $144. The average price for this route is around $252. 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 South Bend to Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from South Bend to Philadelphia is 18h 35m, covering a distance of 944 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the South Bend to Philadelphia route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from South Bend to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from South Bend to Philadelphia at 3:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from South Bend to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from South Bend to Philadelphia generates an estimated 23.599825 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 South Bend to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 13093 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from South Bend to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from South Bend to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 South Bend to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller 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.
The cheapest trip from South Bend to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Aug 3, 2026 with a price of $128To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from South Bend to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $128 to $364 for a bus ticket from South Bend to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $128 which is on 2026-08-03.
Usually FlixBus, Greyhound 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.
