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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE 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 New Castle, DE will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for New Castle, DE on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 3:45 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0h55 | 4:40 PM New Castle, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE
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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DEYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE with FlixBus for as low as $7 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE 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 New Castle, DE, 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.
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