Bus Philadelphia to Houston: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Philadelphia to Houston

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Philadelphia to Houston from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

tomorrow

$143

Friday

Saturday

$140

Sunday

$133

Monday

$123

Tuesday

$121

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	40h 50m	1:50 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	5:40 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$143	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/23/2026 1:50:00 AM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/24/2026 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 50m
FlixBus	44h 45m	6:30 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	2:15 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$143	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/23/2026 6:30:00 PM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/25/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 45m
FlixBus	37h 25m	6:45 PM	Philadelphia	IRS Building	7:10 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$143	A Bus from FlixBus goes from IRS Building, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/23/2026 6:45:00 PM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/25/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 25m
Greyhound US	43h 35m	5:30 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	12:05 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$143	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/23/2026 5:30:00 PM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/25/2026 12:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 35m
Greyhound US	42h 45m	8:30 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	2:15 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$143	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/23/2026 8:30:00 PM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/25/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	34h 10m	10:00 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	7:10 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$140	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/25/2026 10:00:00 PM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/27/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $140 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
FlixBus	40h 50m	1:50 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	5:40 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$141	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/25/2026 1:50:00 AM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/26/2026 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $141 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 50m
FlixBus	39h 15m	5:00 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	7:15 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$141	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/25/2026 5:00:00 AM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/26/2026 7:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $141 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 15m
Greyhound US	50h 20m	3:55 AM	Philadelphia	Convention Center	5:15 AM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$141	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Convention Center, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/25/2026 3:55:00 AM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/27/2026 5:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $141 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 20m
Greyhound US	40h 20m	8:00 PM	Philadelphia	Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street	11:20 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$141	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/25/2026 8:00:00 PM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/27/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $141 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	40h 40m	2:00 AM	Philadelphia	Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street	5:40 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$133	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/26/2026 2:00:00 AM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/27/2026 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 40m
FlixBus	40h 50m	1:50 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	5:40 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$134	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/26/2026 1:50:00 AM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/27/2026 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $134 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 50m
FlixBus	39h 15m	5:00 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	7:15 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$134	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/26/2026 5:00:00 AM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/27/2026 7:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $134 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 15m
FlixBus	44h 15m	10:00 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	5:15 AM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$134	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/26/2026 10:00:00 AM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/28/2026 5:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $134 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 15m
Greyhound US	55h 35m	1:10 PM	Philadelphia	Convention Center	7:45 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	Economy	$134	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Convention Center, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/26/2026 1:10:00 PM to Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/28/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $134 per person are available. Travel duration is 55h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	44h 15m	10:00 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	5:15 AM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$123	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/27/2026 10:00:00 AM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/29/2026 5:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 15m
FlixBus	37h 25m	6:45 PM	Philadelphia	Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street	7:10 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$123	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/27/2026 6:45:00 PM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/29/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 25m
FlixBus	37h 55m	5:00 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	5:55 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$123	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/27/2026 5:00:00 AM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/28/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 55m
Greyhound US	40h 5m	2:00 AM	Philadelphia	Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street	5:05 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$124	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/27/2026 2:00:00 AM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/28/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $124 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 5m
Greyhound US	40h 40m	2:00 AM	Philadelphia	Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street	5:40 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$124	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/27/2026 2:00:00 AM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/28/2026 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $124 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	41h 15m	5:00 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	9:15 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	Economy	$121	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/28/2026 5:00:00 AM to Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/29/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 15m
FlixBus	41h 35m	10:00 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	2:35 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	Economy	$121	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/28/2026 10:00:00 PM to Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/30/2026 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 35m
FlixBus	34h 10m	10:00 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	7:10 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$121	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/28/2026 10:00:00 PM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/30/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
Greyhound US	40h 20m	8:00 PM	Philadelphia	Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street	11:20 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$121	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/28/2026 8:00:00 PM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/30/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 20m
Greyhound US	43h 35m	8:00 PM	Philadelphia	Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street	2:35 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	Economy	$121	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street, Philadelphia (USA) at 4/28/2026 8:00:00 PM to Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) arriving at 4/30/2026 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Philadelphia to Houston is $95 on 5/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Philadelphia and Houston

See here how frequent the connections between Philadelphia and Houston are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 48 daily buses from Philadelphia to Houston. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 22 daily coaches between Philadelphia and Houston.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 76 buses from Philadelphia to Houston, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Philadelphia and Houston, with 9 offers.

Facts about the bus from Philadelphia to Houston

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 31 times every day by bus from Philadelphia to Houston in one click! Book your bus ticket from Philadelphia to Houston starting from $95!

Cheapest Bus	$95
Fastest Bus	33h 10m
Earliest Bus	1:50 AM
Latest Bus	10:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	31 Ø
Distance	1,340.1 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Philadelphia to Houston

Every day, 31 buses from 2 bus companies leave Philadelphia for Houston: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 04/19

Monday 04/20

Tuesday 04/21

Wednesday 04/22

Thursday 04/23

$143

Friday 04/24

Saturday 04/25

$140

Sunday 04/26

$133

Monday 04/27

$123

Tuesday 04/28

$121

Wednesday 04/29

$130

Thursday 04/30

$124

Friday 05/01

$114

Saturday 05/02

$120

Sunday 05/03

$111

Monday 05/04

$95

Tuesday 05/05

$103

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

$111

Saturday 05/09

$111

Sunday 05/10

$106

Monday 05/11

$103

Tuesday 05/12

$110

Wednesday 05/13

$108

Thursday 05/14

$108

Friday 05/15

$114

Saturday 05/16

The cheapest time to travel from Philadelphia to Houston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Philadelphia to Houston, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $95, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Philadelphia to Houston. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $110.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Philadelphia to Houston, with $95. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $123.

How to save money travelling from Philadelphia to Houston

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Philadelphia to Houston in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Philadelphia to Houston, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Philadelphia to Houston are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Philadelphia and Houston

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Philadelphia and Houston.

Central Bus Station

Filbert St 1001

Market St

Spring Garden St Station

Spring Garden St & 2nd St

JFK & Broad

John F Kennedy Blvd 1401

30th Street Station

Market St 2955

Downtown Houston

Gray St 605

Harrisburg Blvd Station

Harrisburg Blvd 7000

Main Street

Main St 2121

Chase Bank

Milam Street 212

Uptown/Upper Kirby

Southwest Fwy 2525

Service and Comfort on the bus from Philadelphia to Houston

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Philadelphia to Houston? Or which bus companies serve the route Philadelphia to Houston? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Philadelphia to Houston bus

How much does a Philadelphia Houston bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $95 and takes 33h 10m to reach Houston. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Philadelphia to Houston?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $95 and $148. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Houston.

On average, how many connections are available from Philadelphia to Houston each day?

Every day, the Philadelphia to Houston bus route is served by approximately 31 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Philadelphia to Houston take?

The fastest bus from Philadelphia to Houston is offered by FlixBus and takes 33h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $144. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Philadelphia to Houston?

The earliest bus arriving in Houston from Philadelphia starts at 1:50 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Philadelphia to Houston?

The latest bus trip departing from Philadelphia for Houston starts at 10:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Philadelphia Houston route?

When traveling by bus from Philadelphia to Houston, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Houston?

You can check all the direct connections between Philadelphia and Houston by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Philadelphia to Houston bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Philadelphia Houston bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Philadelphia Houston bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Philadelphia to Houston on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Philadelphia to Houston?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Philadelphia to Houston

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Philadelphia and to Houston

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Philadelphia and to Houston. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!