How to travel from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $144 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $144, while a flight costs an average of $552.

Distance: 665 miles (1071 km)

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$552

Average price

$295

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$144

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Cheapest

$163

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6h 45m

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Fastest

4h 45m

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2h 0m

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18h 1m

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17h 31m

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30m

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18h 12m

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17h 42m

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11h 44m

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3.2 - 6.4kg

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0.3 - 1.0kg

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1.1 - 2.7kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA is a bus with an average price of $144 (€119).

This is compared to other travel options from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA:

A bus is $151 (€125) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $295 (€243).

A bus is $408 (€337) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $552 (€456).

The fastest way to travel from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 45m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Train takes on average 18h 1m.

Bus takes on average 18h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Atlanta, GA and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 6h 59m sooner (4h 45m by flight vs 11h 44m by car). Tickets start at around $552 (€456) compared to roughly $163 (€135) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA

How to get from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:00 PM18h00
    Atlanta, Bus Station
    1:00 PMPhiladelphia Bus Station
    $1391One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:00 PM18h00
    Atlanta, Bus Station
    1:00 PMPhiladelphia Bus Station
    $1391One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:00 AM17h30
    Atlanta, Bus Station
    12:30 AMPhiladelphia Bus Station
    $1401One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Greyhound ·
    4:40 AM17h50
    Atlanta, Bus Station
    10:30 PMPhiladelphia Bus Station
    $1411One-way
    1 transfer
  • Greyhound
    9:45 PM17h40
    Atlanta, Bus Station
    3:25 PMPhiladelphia Bus Station
    $1511One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound · ·
    8:15 AM22h30
    Atlanta, Bus Station
    6:45 AMPhiladelphia Bus Station
    $1531One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA

Travel to Philadelphia, PA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Atlanta, GA and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA is a bus with an average price of $144 (€119).

This is compared to other travel options from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA:

A bus is $151 (€125) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $295 (€243).

A bus is $408 (€337) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $552 (€456).

The fastest way to travel from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 45m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Train takes on average 18h 1m.

Bus takes on average 18h 12m.

The distance from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA is approximately 665 miles (1071 km).
The average frequency per day from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA is:
  • Around 64 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Atlanta, GA and Philadelphia, PA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and arrive in Philadelphia International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Peachtree Station, Atlanta, GA and arrive in 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
  • Buses mostly depart from Atlanta, Bus Station and arrive in Philadelphia Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Philadelphia, PA by bus.
  • Travel with American Airlines, Republic Airlines, United, frontier airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, psa airlines to go to Philadelphia, PA by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Philadelphia, PA by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Greyhound.
  • 7 direct flights per day with American Airlines, Republic Airlines, frontier airlines, psa airlines.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Chicago, IL, Washington, DC, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Philadelphia, PA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Philadelphia, PA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Philadelphia, PA, you can visit the Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, and Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and adopted. Art enthusiasts can explore the Philadelphia Museum of Art, known for its vast collection and the famous Rocky Steps. For a taste of local culture, head to Reading Terminal Market, a bustling indoor space with diverse food options. Additionally, the Philadelphia Zoo offers a chance to see a wide variety of animals and interactive exhibits.
To experience Philadelphia's key attractions, such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Reading Terminal Market, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.
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