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Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia’s flagship art museum, known for major global collections and the iconic east steps made famous in film. A top cultural stop with strong special exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$178
Average price
$287
Fastest journey
3 d 10 h 45 m
Average duration
3 d 18 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
3872 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portland, OR to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portland, OR to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $287 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $178.
Of the 2 buses that leave Portland, OR for Philadelphia, PA on Sat, May 30, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct buses cover the 3872 km distance in an average of 3 d 18 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 d 10 h 45 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest buses will take 4 d 2 h 50 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $166. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $166, and a train costs an average of $272.
Distance: 2405 miles (3872 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$311 Average price Cheapest | $638 Average price | $375 Average price |
87h 39m Average total duration 87h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 63h 54m Average total duration 63h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 46m Average total duration Fastest 8h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portland, OR to Philadelphia, PA:
A bus is $63 (€51) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland, OR to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $375 (€303).
A bus is $327 (€265) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portland, OR to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $638 (€517).
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 63h 24m.
Bus takes on average 87h 9m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 98h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $492 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 98h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $178 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 80h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $166 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 80h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 80h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $220 |
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Philadelphia, PA buses for tomorrow, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:00 AM Portland, OR | 98h50 | 6:50 AM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Portland, OR | 82h45 | 7:45 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Portland, OR to Philadelphia, PA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 87h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $166 (€134) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 2405 miles (3872 km) distance in 80h 0m.
Distance 2405 miles (3872 km) |
Average bus duration 87h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $166 (€134) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 80h 0m |
First bus 1:50 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
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Philadelphia’s flagship art museum, known for major global collections and the iconic east steps made famous in film. A top cultural stop with strong special exhibitions.
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Historic public market and one of the city’s busiest gathering places, valued for atmosphere, local culture, and classic Philadelphia energy.
Elegant central square surrounded by shops, residences, and leafy paths. One of the city’s best places to relax, people-watch, and enjoy urban scenery.
Historic neighborhood packed with colonial-era streetscapes, major heritage sites, galleries, and lively pedestrian areas. Ideal for walking and first visits.
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Beloved no-frills institution celebrated for both roast pork sandwiches and excellent cheesesteaks; a classic choice for traditional local fare.
Moderate by major U.S. city standards. Hotels can be pricey in Center City, but casual food and transit are reasonable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5.
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