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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
22 h
Average duration
1 d 1 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
886 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN 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 Knoxville, TN will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 2 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Knoxville, TN on Tue, Jun 09, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 09 the direct buses cover the 886 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 22 h .
On Tue, Jun 09 the slowest buses will take 1 d 4 h 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.
12:00 AM22h00Philadelphia, PA10:00 PMKnoxville, TN$811One-way0 transfers- 7:00 PM28h00Philadelphia, PA11:00 PMKnoxville, TN$2091One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 AM22h00Philadelphia, PA10:00 PMKnoxville, TN$811One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 PM28h00Philadelphia, PA11:00 PMKnoxville, TN$2091One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $81, and a flight costs an average of $323.
Distance: 550 miles (886 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$157 Average price Cheapest | $509 Average price | $125 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 10m Average total duration 19h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN:
A bus is $352 (€287) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN costing on average $509 (€415).
Other travel options to Knoxville, TN take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 40m.
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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 Knoxville, TN Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $215 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 28h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $209 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM Philadelphia, PA | 22h00 | 10:00 PM Knoxville, TN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN
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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN run on average 6 times per day, taking around 19h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $81 (€66) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 550 miles (886 km) distance in 16h 0m.
Distance 550 miles (886 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€66) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 16h 0m |
First bus 1:50 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Knoxville, TN 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 Knoxville, TN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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