The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, 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 College Park, MD will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 6 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for College Park, MD on Fri, May 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 187 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-176310012:20 AM3h20Philadelphia Bus Station3:40 AMWashington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)$311One-way0 transfers
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-176310011:40 AM3h40Philadelphia Bus Station3:20 PMWashington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)$311One-way0 transfers
12:45 PM4h50Philadelphia Bus Station5:35 PMCollege Park, Calvert Rd (College Park Metro), MD$401One-way0 transfers
FlixBus+
10:00 PM8h00Philadelphia Bus Station6:00 AMCollege Park, Calvert Rd (College Park Metro), MD$461One-way1 transfer
FlixBus+
1:50 AM4h10Philadelphia Bus Station6:00 AMCollege Park, Calvert Rd (College Park Metro), MD$481One-way1 transfer
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-176310012:20 AM3h20Philadelphia Bus Station3:40 AMWashington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)$311One-way0 transfers
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-176310011:40 AM3h40Philadelphia Bus Station3:20 PMWashington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)$311One-way0 transfers
FlixBus+
1:50 AM4h10Philadelphia Bus Station6:00 AMCollege Park, Calvert Rd (College Park Metro), MD$481One-way1 transfer
12:45 PM4h50Philadelphia Bus Station5:35 PMCollege Park, Calvert Rd (College Park Metro), MD$401One-way0 transfers
FlixBus+
11:45 AM5h50Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA5:35 PMCollege Park, Calvert Rd (College Park Metro), MD$491One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, 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 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $267 Average price | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 18m 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 College Park, MD:
A train is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD costing on average $29 (€24).
A train is $254 (€203) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD costing on average $267 (€214).
Other travel options to College Park, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 48m.
Flight takes on average 4h 30m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $34 (€27) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $4 (€3). The journey takes 3h 48m versus 2h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Greyhound, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD 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 Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:50 AM Philadelphia, PA | 4h10 | 11:00 AM College Park, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Philadelphia, PA | 4h50 | 10:35 PM College Park, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
May 08
May 09
May 10
May 11
May 12
May 13
May 14
Why should you book Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Greyhound?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Greyhound, but also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Greyhound with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Busbud or Checkmybus?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. 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 00:20, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Infobus from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MDYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD with Greyhound, Infobus for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
Greyhound
FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, 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 College Park, MD, 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Most popular bus connections from Philadelphia, PA
More options for your journey from Philadelphia, PA to College Park, MD
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
