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Philadelphia to Worcester by bus

Worcester lies 381 km (237 mi) north-east of Philadelphia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 7 h 5 min including stops, over roughly 465 km (289 mi) of road.

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PhiladelphiaWorcester
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population1.6 million206,518
Elevation8 m (26 ft)164 m (538 ft)
Time nowUTC-4 (America/New_York)UTC-4 (America/New_York)
Postal codes19019–1925501601–01655

Where to book buses from Philadelphia to Worcester

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Staying in Worcester

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Common questions

How far is Worcester from Philadelphia?

381 km (237 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Philadelphia; by road roughly 465 km (289 mi).

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Worcester by bus?

About 7 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Philadelphia and Worcester?

No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.