Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Waterloo (Union Bus Depot) | Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd | ||||
 | Bus | Waterloo (Union Bus Depot) | Philadelphia Bus Station |
Get from Waterloo to Philadelphia
The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 562, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Waterloo, IA, 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 Waterloo to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Waterloo to Philadelphia start from PEN 562. The average price for this route is around PEN 562. 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 Waterloo to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Waterloo to Philadelphia is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 897 miles (1446 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Waterloo to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Waterloo to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Waterloo to Philadelphia at 12:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 12:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Waterloo to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Waterloo to Philadelphia generates an estimated 36.13565 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Waterloo, IA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jun 14, 2026 with a price of PEN 537To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Waterloo, IA, US to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 537 to PEN 537 for a bus ticket from Waterloo, IA, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 537 which is on 2026-06-14.
