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What is the best way to travel from Durham, NC to Philadelphia?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights and Buses for the journey to Philadelphia from Durham, NC. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 5m
$69
$72
14
Flight
1h 26m
$28
$228
54

What is the cheapest way to reach Philadelphia from Durham, NC?

You can get to Philadelphia with just $28 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Saturday
from $40
Sunday
from $82
Monday
Tuesday
from $28
Wednesday
from $28
Thursday
from $93
Friday
from $69

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 34m
    0
    4:19 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    5:53 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $40
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 25m
    0
    8:16 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    7:41 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $106
  • United Airlines
    8h 7m
    0
    1:29 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    9:36 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $437
  • United Airlines
    22h 38m
    0
    1:29 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    12:07 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $513
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    22h 59m
    0
    7:04 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    6:03 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $754

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    18h 42m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    12:52 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $82
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 34m
    0
    3:56 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $102
  • Spirit Airlines
    17h 39m
    0
    3:08 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    8:47 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $140
  • United Airlines
    5h 52m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    12:07 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $398

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 30m
    0
    9:19 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    10:49 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $28
  • JetBlue Airways
    16h 9m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    11:09 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $265
  • United Airlines
    3h 50m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    2:10 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $369
  • United Airlines
    3h 52m
    0
    3:02 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    6:54 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $369

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 29m
    0
    8:16 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    9:45 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $28
  • Frontier Airlines
    7h 10m
    0
    2:53 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    10:03 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $80
  • Frontier Airlines
    20h 48m
    0
    2:53 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    11:41 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $82
  • United Airlines
    5h 52m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    12:07 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $370
  • United Airlines
    8h 16m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    2:31 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $370

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 34m
    0
    3:27 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    5:01 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $93
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 26m
    0
    10:18 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    11:44 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $93
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 59m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    1:59 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $188
  • Spirit Airlines
    8h 42m
    0
    3:08 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    11:50 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $307
  • JetBlue Airways
    5h 41m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    12:41 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $365

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    9:15 PM
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    6:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $69
  • FlixBus
    17h 5m
    0
    3:50 AM
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    8:55 PM
    Philadelphia
    IRS Building
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $70
  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    2:40 AM
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    11:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $70
  • Greyhound US
    13h 0m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    10:10 PM
    Philadelphia
    IRS Building
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $75
  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    12:20 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $75
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 26m
    0
    1:26 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    2:52 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $73
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 29m
    0
    8:16 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    9:45 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $73
  • American Airlines
    1h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    9:30 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $166
  • Spirit Airlines
    7h 31m
    0
    3:08 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    10:39 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $251
  • Spirit Airlines
    8h 42m
    0
    3:08 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    11:50 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $251

What are the fastest trips from Durham, NC to Philadelphia?

You can get to Philadelphia from Durham, NC in just 1h 26m with a Flight from Frontier Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 1h 34m
Sunday
from 1h 34m
Monday
Tuesday
from 1h 30m
Wednesday
from 1h 29m
Thursday
from 1h 26m
Friday
from 1h 26m

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 34m
    0
    4:19 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    5:53 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $40
  • United Airlines
    8h 7m
    0
    1:29 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    9:36 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $437
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 25m
    0
    8:16 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    7:41 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $106
  • United Airlines
    22h 38m
    0
    1:29 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    12:07 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $513
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    22h 59m
    0
    7:04 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    6:03 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $754

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 34m
    0
    3:56 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $102
  • United Airlines
    5h 52m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    12:07 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $398
  • Spirit Airlines
    17h 39m
    0
    3:08 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    8:47 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $140
  • Frontier Airlines
    18h 42m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    12:52 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $82

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 30m
    0
    9:19 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    10:49 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $28
  • United Airlines
    3h 50m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    2:10 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $369
  • United Airlines
    3h 52m
    0
    3:02 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    6:54 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $369
  • JetBlue Airways
    16h 9m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    11:09 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $265

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 29m
    0
    8:16 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    9:45 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $28
  • United Airlines
    5h 52m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    12:07 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $370
  • Frontier Airlines
    7h 10m
    0
    2:53 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    10:03 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $80
  • United Airlines
    8h 16m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    2:31 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $370
  • Frontier Airlines
    20h 48m
    0
    2:53 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    11:41 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $82

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 26m
    0
    10:18 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    11:44 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $93
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 34m
    0
    3:27 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    5:01 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $93
  • JetBlue Airways
    5h 41m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    12:41 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $365
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 59m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    1:59 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $188
  • Spirit Airlines
    8h 42m
    0
    3:08 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    11:50 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $307

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 26m
    0
    1:26 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    2:52 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $73
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 29m
    0
    8:16 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    9:45 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $73
  • American Airlines
    1h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    9:30 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $166
  • Spirit Airlines
    7h 31m
    0
    3:08 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    10:39 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $251
  • Spirit Airlines
    8h 42m
    0
    3:08 PM
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    Raleigh-Durham Airport
    11:50 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $251
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    2:40 AM
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    11:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $70
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    9:15 PM
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    6:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $69
  • Greyhound US
    13h 0m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    10:10 PM
    Philadelphia
    IRS Building
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $75
  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    12:20 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $75
  • FlixBus
    17h 5m
    0
    3:50 AM
    Durham, NC
    Exxon
    8:55 PM
    Philadelphia
    IRS Building
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $70
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Durham, NC to Philadelphia

What are the most popular stations in Durham, NC and Philadelphia?

In Durham, NC, you will usually depart from Exxon, Transportation Center or BP Guess Road, while in Philadelphia you will be arriving at Spring Garden St Station, 30th Street Station or The Gallery, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Philadelphia from Durham, NC? With 5 connections between 2 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Durham, NC and Philadelphia, you can pay as low as $28 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Frontier Airlines: you will get to Philadelphia in just 1h 26m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Durham, NC and Philadelphia are Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Durham, NC and Philadelphia is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gorman, NC or to Millbourne, PA, and look at flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport, and landing at Philadelphia Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Durham, NC to Philadelphia?

The most popular companies between Durham, NC and Philadelphia, are Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Durham, NC to Philadelphia

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Durham, NC to Philadelphia. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Durham, NC to Philadelphia

How can I reach Philadelphia from Durham, NC?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Philadelphia from Durham, NC.

How far is Philadelphia from Durham, NC?

The distance between Durham, NC and Philadelphia is 340.6 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Durham, NC and Philadelphia?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 15 kgs of CO2, a train 19 kgs, a car 93 kgs, and a flight 135 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Durham, NC to Philadelphia?

You can get to Philadelphia with just $28 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham, NC to Philadelphia?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Philadelphia in just 1h 26m with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

More routes to Durham, NC and to Philadelphia

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Durham, NC and to Philadelphia. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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