Charter Bus from Philadelphia to Sesame Place | Philly Charters

Route Overview: Philadelphia to Sesame Place

Sesame Place is located at 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA 19047, about 20 to 25 miles north of Center City Philadelphia in Middletown Township, Bucks County. The park describes itself as roughly 30 minutes north of the city; in practical charter-bus terms, plan on 35 to 45 minutes door-to-door under normal traffic, with 60+ minutes on peak Saturday summer mornings.

Highway routing

The standard motor coach route from Center City is:

• I-95 North from Center City to I-295 East (near Bristol/Trenton)
• Exit 5A onto Route 1 North / US-1 toward Morrisville
• Take the Oxford Valley Road exit; turn right and continue to Sesame Road

An alternate routing from the Roosevelt Boulevard corridor uses US-1 North directly through the Northeast to the Oxford Valley Road exit. For groups originating from South Jersey, we route via the NJ Turnpike + I-295 + US-1 North to keep the trip on interchange-quality roads for coach traffic.

Toll considerations

The primary I-95 / I-295 / US-1 corridor is toll-free for the Philadelphia-to-Langhorne segment. Coaches originating in South Jersey may cross the Delaware River via the Betsy Ross or Tacony-Palmyra bridges (tolled westbound only) or route via the Bristol/Trenton corridor.

What to Expect at Sesame Place

Sesame Place Philadelphia is North America's only theme park entirely based on the Sesame Street characters. The 14-acre park blends dry rides, a full water park (Big Bird's Rambling River, Ernie's Waterworks, Slimey's Chutes), live shows, character meet-and-greets, and a nightly Sesame Street Party Parade.

2026 operating season

Sesame Place operates on a seasonal calendar with three main windows:

• Regular season: Weekends starting in late April; daily operations from mid-May through Labor Day.
• The Count's Halloween Spooktacular: Select weekends in September and October, featuring a family-friendly costume parade and a not-so-scary trick-or-treat trail (typically Fri-Sun).
• A Very Furry Christmas: Select weekends late November through early January, featuring snowfall on Sesame Street, holiday character meet-and-greets, and Elmo's Christmas Wish stage show.

Because published hours vary by day (typical opening 10:00 AM; closing 6:00 to 9:00 PM depending on event overlay), we always confirm the exact operating window against Sesame Place's calendar before finalizing a charter itinerary.

Food, tickets, and character meals

Sesame Place accepts admission tickets, season passes, and dining passes. Character dining experiences are booked separately and require pre-reservation — a big draw for birthday party groups. In-park quick-service and character-branded snacks are widely available; outside food is generally not permitted, though sealed water bottles for small children are allowed.

Parking & Motor Coach Drop-Off

Sesame Place has a large surface parking lot at the main entrance. For charter buses, we coordinate guest drop-off at the main entrance loop, followed by the driver moving the coach to designated long-term bus parking on the west side of the lot. Coaches are directed by park traffic staff on arrival, and the drop-off procedure is fastest 30 to 45 minutes before park opening.

Driver break amenities

The Oxford Valley / Langhorne commercial corridor immediately west and south of the park is a dense suburban retail area with fuel, food, and quick-service dining within a mile of the park entrance. Oxford Valley Mall and the surrounding Route 1 shopping district give drivers reliable options for rest breaks, coffee, and lunch during a 6 to 10 hour park day.

ADA and stroller access

Coach drop-off at the main entrance is level and stroller-accessible. Groups requiring wheelchair-lift service should let us know at quote time so we can dispatch a compliant vehicle. Sesame Place is fully accessible with rented wheelchairs available at guest services.

Pricing Guide: Philadelphia to Sesame Place

Charter pricing depends on vehicle class, total driver hours, and season. Rough 2026 ranges for a Philadelphia-to-Sesame-Place round trip:

• 8-hour park day (10 AM - 6 PM in park): $1,150 - $1,650 for a 56-passenger motor coach; $850 - $1,250 for a 32-passenger mini coach; $1,450 - $1,950 for a 20-40 passenger party bus.
• Party bus premium package (music, lights, cooler): Adds $200 - $400 to base for LED lighting, premium sound, and shore-power cooler.
• Overnight combo weekend (Poconos + Sesame): Multi-day quote — call for a custom itinerary.
• Stretch limo one-way transfer: $450 - $650 for a 6 to 14 passenger stretch or Hummer H2 for birthday-kid arrival photos.

Fuel surcharges apply during high fuel-price periods. A gratuity of 15 to 20 percent for the driver is customary and can be added to the invoice or paid directly at trip end.

Booking Timeline & Peak Windows

Sesame Place charter demand follows a predictable seasonal pattern in the Delaware Valley:

• Peak birthday season: May through August weekends. Book 4 to 6 weeks ahead.
• School field trip window: Late May and early June (before school lets out). Weekday coaches book up quickly; reserve 6 to 8 weeks ahead.
• Halloween Spooktacular: Weekends in September and October. Popular Saturday costume-parade dates fill 3 to 4 weeks out.
• A Very Furry Christmas: Weekends late November through early January. Church group and corporate family day peak — book 4 to 6 weeks ahead.

Same-week bookings are often possible for weekday coaches during shoulder seasons (April, September, October weekdays). Call (267) 223-4647 for real-time availability.