4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD 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 Annapolis, MD will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 1 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Annapolis, MD on Wed, May 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.
FlixBus2:30 PM2h25Philadelphia Bus Station4:55 PMAnnapolis, West Street / Calvert Street (Far-side Westbound), MD$291One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus2:30 PM2h25Philadelphia Bus Station4:55 PMAnnapolis, West Street / Calvert Street (Far-side Westbound), MD$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $151.
Distance: 97 miles (157 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $373 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD costing on average $39 (€31).
A train is $345 (€278) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD costing on average $373 (€301).
Other travel options to Annapolis, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 25m.
Flight takes on average 5h 32m.
You'll arrive about -1h -22m sooner (2h 25m by bus vs 2h 3m by car) and save roughly $-8.02 (€-6.47) compared to fuel and tolls ($39 (€31) vs $31 (€25)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD buses for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 PM Philadelphia, PA | 2h25 | 8:55 PM Annapolis, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 PM Philadelphia, PA | 2h25 | 9:55 PM Annapolis, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD
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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:57, the last at 18:55. The fastest bus covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 4:57 AM |
Last bus 6:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MDYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD with FlixBus 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 Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Annapolis, MD 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 Annapolis, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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