To plan a Philly to NYC bus trip with OurBus, pick your date, book early on the OurBus app, choose a departure that dodges rush-hour traffic, and confirm your exact pickup point. The route runs about 95 miles and takes roughly two hours. With a little planning, you can leave Center City after breakfast and be in Manhattan before lunch. Philly to NYC Trip Highlights: The Philadelphia-to-New-York corridor is about 95 miles and takes roughly 2 hours by bus, traffic…
The easiest car-free summer day trips from Philadelphia are New York City and Washington, DC – both a direct OurBus ride away. Hop the bus to NYC for $9 in about two hours, or to DC for $15, and then use each city’s subway or Metro to get around. No car, no gas, no tolls, no downtown parking needed. Key Takeaways The two best car-free day trips from Philadelphia are New York City (from $9) and Washington, DC (from $15)…
The easiest way to catch a summer baseball game in another city is to take the bus, not your car! From NYC, OurBus drops you in Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC, or Baltimore – all MLB cities – for as little as $9, with no game-day parking ($25–$55 at most parks), no rental, and no designated-driver problem. You ride, you watch, you have a beer, and someone else handles the traffic. A summer baseball game is built for a road trip.…
Fourth of July Fireworks: Which Cities Are Worth the Bus Trip? The best Fourth of July fireworks you can reach by bus are New York City’s Macy’s show (its 50th anniversary in 2026), Boston’s Pops Spectacular on the Charles River, Washington DC’s National Mall display, Philadelphia’s Wawa Welcome America, and Baltimore’s Inner Harbor fireworks. All of these cities are OurBus destinations, with one-way fares starting at $9 and no holiday parking or gridlock to fight. Fireworks night is the one…
Juneteenth Holiday is all about music, dancing, and big spreads of food, particularly red drinks and pastries. Yes, it is the day which is also known as ‘Emancipation Day’, ‘Freedom Day’ and ‘Jubilee Day’, was first celebrated in Galveston, Texas. This day is popular being the first anniversary of the day the enslaved Texans were told they were free under Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger’s orders. Traveling on June 19 to celebrate? Take the Juneteenth Holiday ride with OurBus! But what…
Summer is approaching, and what better way to relax than to enjoy the Memorial Day 2025 weekend? Yes, this day holds a special place in the hearts of Americans. It’s a time to celebrate veterans, get together with loved ones, and, of course, travel to new locations. Travel trends for this year show that people are looking for unusual places to spend Memorial Day, as they want to get away from the popular tourist attractions and try something a little…
If you’re a food lover in NYC, you’re well aware that the city offers some of the top restaurants in the world. However, sometimes the ideal lunch is only a road drive away. Enter Philadelphia, a city only a few hours from New York City and home to one of the most famous sandwiches of all time: the Philly cheesesteak. But let’s be honest—Philadelphia’s food culture extends much beyond cheesesteaks. From delectable roast pork sandwiches to soft pretzels, scrapple, and…
Visit these destinations from New York in November to give winter a warm welcome The winters are almost here, which means you still have a few weeks to make the most of the good weather and the colors of fall. Let’s discuss the top destinations you can hit to welcome the season before it gets all frosty. Stick to the end of the article to discover how to get a massive discount on your trip! Destinations to Visit in November…