Charter Bus from New York City to Philadelphia

New York City to Philadelphia is a quick 95-mile hop down the New Jersey Turnpike, making it one of the most efficient charter bus routes on the East Coast. Under two hours of drive time means your group can leave Manhattan after breakfast and arrive in Center City before lunch. Popular for corporate off-sites, school trips to Independence Hall, and Eagles or Phillies game-day shuttles.

95 miles1 hr 50 minFrom $300
Route Details

Distance

95 miles

Drive Time

1 hr 50 min

Motor Coach

$500 $665

Sprinter Van

$300 $475

Prices are estimates based on one-way distance with return factored in. Actual pricing depends on vehicle type, trip duration, season, and availability. Minimum charge: $500 for motor coaches, $300 for sprinter vans.

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Highlights Along the Way

New Jersey Turnpike through the industrial corridor

Princeton University campus

Independence Hall and Liberty Bell

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Best For

Day tripsCorporate eventsSchool field tripsSports events

Cost Comparison by Vehicle Type

Vehicle TypeCapacityEstimated CostPer Person
Motor Coach36-56 passengers$500$665$10 $13
Mini Bus18-35 passengers$400$570$14 $20
Sprinter Van10-15 passengers$300$475$25 $40

Per-person costs assume typical occupancy: 50 passengers for motor coaches, 28 for mini buses, and 12 for sprinter vans. Actual per-person cost depends on your group size.

Why Charter a Bus for This Route?

Cost Savings

Split the cost across your group. A 95-mile charter bus trip can cost as little as $10 per person on a motor coach — less than a plane ticket or gas plus tolls for multiple cars.

Door-to-Door Service

Your bus picks up at your location in New York City and drops off exactly where you need to be in Philadelphia. No airport transfers, no rental car lines.

No Parking Hassle

One vehicle instead of a dozen. Your driver handles all the parking in Philadelphia while your group steps off and starts enjoying the destination immediately.

Group Bonding

The 1 hr 50 min ride is part of the experience. Your group can socialize, plan activities, or relax together instead of being split across separate vehicles.

Ready to book a charter bus from New York City to Philadelphia?

Get a free quote in minutes. Tell us your group size, dates, and pickup location and we will match you with the best vehicle for this 95-mile trip.

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