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The Newark Museum of Art
New Jersey’s largest museum, known for American art, Tibetan galleries, science exhibits, and the historic Ballantine House.
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Annapolis, MD to Newark, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Annapolis, MD to Newark, NJ will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Of the 2 buses that leave Annapolis, MD for Newark, NJ on Fri, Jul 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 278 km distance in an average of 6 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 7 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Annapolis, MD to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $187.
Distance: 172 miles (278 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $136 Average price | $201 Average price |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Annapolis, MD to Newark, NJ:
A bus is $65 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annapolis, MD to Newark, NJ costing on average $136 (€112).
A bus is $129 (€106) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Annapolis, MD to Newark, NJ costing on average $201 (€165).
Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 34m.
Bus takes on average 4h 20m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
The table below shows live departures for Annapolis, MD to Newark, NJ buses for tomorrow, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:25 PM Annapolis, MD | 5h10 | 7:35 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Annapolis, MD to Newark, NJ run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 172 miles (278 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 172 miles (278 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 1:50 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for excellent service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis about 10-15%, and round up for casual services. Hotel staff tips are customary.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annapolis, MD to Newark, NJ by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newark, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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