The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 4 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Alexandria, VA on Wed, Feb 25, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 25 the direct buses cover the 206 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Wed, Feb 25 the slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $225.
Distance: 128 miles (206 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price | $435 Average price |
3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA buses for today, Tuesday, February 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 2h50 | 6:05 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 3h15 | 10:45 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 4h05 | 2:55 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 2h45 | 2:15 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 25 | |||||
![]() | 1:30 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 3h20 | 4:50 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 AM Philadelphia, PA | 3h20 | 4:50 AM Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Philadelphia, PA | 3h55 | 10:55 AM Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 128 miles (206 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 128 miles (206 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VAYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA with FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA 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 Alexandria, VA, 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.
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