The cheapest and fastest buses from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 4 buses that leave Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Tue, Mar 24, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct buses cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








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Compare train and bus for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
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$24 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price |
2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:32AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h58 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:34AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h56 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:32PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h58 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:34PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h56 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:32PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h58 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:34PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h56 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:18PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 2h57 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:52PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h08 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:54PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h06 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Live departures
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA buses for today, Monday, March 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:40 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h50 | 3:30 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h35 | 5:50 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h10 | 8:00 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h20 | 9:45 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h45 | 12:45 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Buses from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 41 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by train.
There are 41 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 41 |
Direct buses 41 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:00 |
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Bus providers: Greyhound, Infobus, FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PAYou can travel by bus between Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA with Greyhound, Infobus, FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Peter Pan Bus
- Small dogs and cats are allowed on board in a carrier.
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