The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 2 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Cambridge, MA on Sat, Feb 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 14 the direct buses cover the 433 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
On Sat, Feb 14 the slowest buses will take 6 h 45 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 bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €52.
Distance: 269 miles (433 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€62 Average price Cheapest | €103 Average price | €122 Average price |
8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA buses for today, Friday, February 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:30 PM Philadelphia, PA | 6h45 | 6:15 AM Cambridge, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, February 14 | |||||
![]() | 2:00 AM Philadelphia, PA | 6h35 | 8:35 AM Cambridge, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $50 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 269 miles (433 km) distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 269 miles (433 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€39) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MAYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA with FlixBus for as low as $50 (€39). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA, 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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