The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN
Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 11 h 50 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1569 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN 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 Saint Paul, MN will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
Of the 3 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Saint Paul, MN on Wed, Nov 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct buses cover the 1569 km distance in an average of 1 d 11 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 11 h 10 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest buses will take 1 d 12 h 15 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, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €86, and a flight costs an average of €85.
Distance: 974 miles (1569 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€111 Average price Cheapest | €252 Average price | €270 Average price |
28h 23m Average total duration 27h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 33m Average total duration 27h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN buses for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:30 PM Philadelphia, PA | 34h45 | 11:15 PM Saint Paul, MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:20 PM Philadelphia, PA | 44h30 | 10:50 AM Saint Paul, MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN run on average 11 times per day, taking around 27h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $105 (€86) but you can travel from only $104 (€85) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 974 miles (1569 km) distance in 30h 40m.
Distance 974 miles (1569 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€86) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 30h 40m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN start from as low as $105 (€86) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $137 (€111) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 11 daily trains from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 30h 40m but the average duration is 27h 53m
Train Operators
- Travel from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN with Greyhound
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Greyhound.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA and arrive in St Paul, Union Depot Station & Terminal
- First train typically departs at 12:45 AM and the last at 11:45 PM
Bus providers: Greyhound from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MNYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN with Greyhound for as low as $104 (€85). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, MN 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 Saint Paul, MN, 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.
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- 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.
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