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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
12 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
771 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH 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 Dayton, OH will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus12:05 PM12h25Philadelphia Bus Station12:30 AMDayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern), OH$1091One-way1 transfer
- +FlixBus12:05 PM12h25Philadelphia Bus Station12:30 AMDayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern), OH$1091One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $92, and a flight costs an average of $387.
Distance: 479 miles (771 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$155 Average price Cheapest | $470 Average price | $187 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 43m Average total duration 13h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH:
A bus is $315 (€258) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH costing on average $470 (€385).
Other travel options to Dayton, OH take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 13m.
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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 Dayton, OH Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $171 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM Philadelphia, PA | 18h30 | 4:30 AM Dayton, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:15 PM Philadelphia, PA | 14h15 | 5:30 AM Dayton, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH
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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $92 (€75) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 479 miles (771 km) distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 479 miles (771 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€75) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 25m |
First bus 2:30 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OHYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH with Greyhound for as low as $92 (€75). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH 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 Dayton, OH, 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH
Most Philadelphia, PA to Dayton, OH buses use the Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park) to Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern) station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Dayton, OH bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Philadelphia, Greyhound Bus Station from Philadelphia city centre
Getting to Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern) from Dayton city centre
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