The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
14 h 16 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
564 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC 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 Chapel Hill, NC will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC without transferring at least 2 times.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, and a flight costs an average of $123.
Distance: 350 miles (564 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$75 Average price Cheapest | $146 Average price | $323 Average price |
10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration Fastest 7h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $82 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC buses for tomorrow, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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undefined · undefined · undefined | 7:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 11h30 | 6:30 PM Chapel Hill, Myrica St / Eubanks Rd, NC | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 8:10 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 10h20 | 6:30 PM Chapel Hill, Myrica St / Eubanks Rd, NC | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC run on average 13 times per day, taking around 10h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $67 (€53) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 350 miles (564 km) distance in 10h 20m.
Distance 350 miles (564 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€53) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 10h 20m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:15 |
FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC 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 Chapel Hill, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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