The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
11 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT 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 Stratford, CT will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 1 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Stratford, CT on Tue, Jun 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct buses cover the 220 km distance in an average of 11 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 15 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest buses will take 11 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.
3:30 AM11h15Philadelphia, PA2:45 PMStratford, CT$371One-way0 transfers
3:30 AM11h15Philadelphia, PA2:45 PMStratford, CT$371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 136 miles (220 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 45m Average total duration 11h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT costing on average $42 (€34).
Other travel options to Stratford, CT take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 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 Stratford, CT Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:30 AM Philadelphia, PA | 11h15 | 2:45 PM Stratford, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 07:05, the last at 20:47. The fastest bus covers the 136 miles (220 km) distance in 11h 15m.
Distance 136 miles (220 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 11h 15m |
First bus 7:05 AM |
Last bus 8:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT 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 Stratford, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular bus stations from Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT
Most Philadelphia, PA to Stratford, CT buses use the Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park) to Bridgeport, Transportation Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Stratford, CT bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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