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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ 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 Edison, NJ will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 4 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Edison, NJ on Fri, Jun 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 90 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
5:15 PM1h15Philadelphia, PA6:30 PMEdison, NJ$231One-way0 transfers- 4:15 PM1h15Philadelphia, PA5:30 PMEdison, NJ$321One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM3h30Philadelphia, PA11:55 AMEdison, NJ$351One-way0 transfers- 7:05 PM4h40Philadelphia, PA11:45 PMEdison, NJ$401One-way0 transfers
- 5:15 PM1h15Philadelphia, PA6:30 PMEdison, NJ$231One-way0 transfers
- 4:15 PM1h15Philadelphia, PA5:30 PMEdison, NJ$321One-way0 transfers
- 8:25 AM3h30Philadelphia, PA11:55 AMEdison, NJ$351One-way0 transfers
- 7:05 PM4h40Philadelphia, PA11:45 PMEdison, NJ$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 55 miles (90 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Edison, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 15m.
You'll arrive about -1h -7m sooner (1h 15m by bus vs 1h 8m by car) and save roughly $-11.54 (€-9.43) compared to fuel and tolls ($30 (€25) vs $19 (€15)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
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 Edison, NJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +FlixBus | 4:25 AM Philadelphia Bus Station | 3h30 | 7:55 AM New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:25, the last at 16:50. The fastest bus covers the 55 miles (90 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 55 miles (90 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 4:25 AM |
Last bus 4:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ with FlixBus for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ 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 Edison, NJ, 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
Most Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ buses use the Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park) to New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Edison, NJ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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