The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, 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 Iselin, NJ will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 2 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Iselin, NJ on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.
4:15 PM1h15Philadelphia, PA5:30 PMIselin, NJ$211One-way0 transfers
7:35 AM4h20Philadelphia, PA11:55 AMIselin, NJ$401One-way0 transfers
4:15 PM1h15Philadelphia, PA5:30 PMIselin, NJ$211One-way0 transfers
7:35 AM4h20Philadelphia, PA11:55 AMIselin, NJ$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ 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 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $19.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ:
A train is $1 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ costing on average $44 (€36).
Other travel options to Iselin, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 15m.
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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 Iselin, NJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SUPER TRANS DOT # 1337398 MC # 513746 | 1:40 PM Philadelphia, 12th Street / Market Street, PA | 3h10 | 4:50 PM Newark, International Airport (Terminal A), NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUPER TRANS DOT # 1337398 MC # 513746 | 1:40 PM Philadelphia, 12th Street / Market Street, PA | 3h20 | 5:00 PM Newark, International Airport - HOV Rd (Terminal C), NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUPER TRANS DOT # 1337398 MC # 513746 | 1:40 PM Philadelphia, 12th Street / Market Street, PA | 3h15 | 4:55 PM Newark, International Airport (Terminal B), NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUPER TRANS DOT # 1337398 MC # 513746 | 3:40 PM Philadelphia, 12th Street / Market Street, PA | 3h20 | 7:00 PM Newark, International Airport - HOV Rd (Terminal C), NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUPER TRANS DOT # 1337398 MC # 513746 | 3:40 PM Philadelphia, 12th Street / Market Street, PA | 3h15 | 6:55 PM Newark, International Airport (Terminal B), NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUPER TRANS DOT # 1337398 MC # 513746 | 3:40 PM Philadelphia, 12th Street / Market Street, PA | 3h10 | 6:50 PM Newark, International Airport (Terminal A), NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 7:35 AM Philadelphia, PA | 4h20 | 11:55 AM Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Philadelphia, PA | 1h15 | 5:30 PM Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, 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 Iselin, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, 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 Iselin, 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 Iselin, NJ
Most Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ buses use the Philadelphia, 12th Street / Market Street to Newark, International Airport - HOV Rd (Terminal C) station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Iselin, NJ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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