The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY
Cheapest price
$180
Average price
$180
Fastest journey
17 h 35 m
Average duration
17 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
664 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY 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 Ashland, KY will cost around $180 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $180.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY without transferring at least once.
3:55 AM17h35Philadelphia, PA9:30 PMAshland, KY$1801One-way1 transfer
3:55 AM17h35Philadelphia, PA9:30 PMAshland, KY$1801One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $145. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $145, and a flight costs an average of $422.
Distance: 412 miles (664 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$261 Average price | $145 Average price Cheapest | $454 Average price | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
29h 10m Average total duration 28h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 7m Average total duration 14h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration Fastest 5h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 12m 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 Ashland, KY:
A train is $115 (€93) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY costing on average $261 (€211).
A train is $309 (€250) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY costing on average $454 (€367).
Other travel options to Ashland, KY take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 37m.
Bus takes on average 28h 40m.
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Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $180 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 28h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $212 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 28h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $246 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY buses for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:55 AM Philadelphia, PA | 17h35 | 9:30 PM Ashland, KY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 28h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $212 (€171) but you can travel from only $145 (€117) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 11:15. The fastest bus covers the 412 miles (664 km) distance in 28h 40m.
Distance 412 miles (664 km) |
Average bus duration 28h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $212 (€171) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 28h 40m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 11:15 AM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KYYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY with Greyhound for as low as $145 (€117). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Ashland, KY 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 Ashland, KY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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