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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Cheapest price on Oct 30
$62
Average ticket price on Oct 30
$65
Fastest journey on Oct 30
4 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
4 h 42 m
Buses on Oct 30
3
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Arlington, VA to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arlington, VA to New York, NY will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 3 buses from Arlington, VA to New York, NY, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct buses cover the 334 km distance in an average of 4 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 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.
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Buses from Arlington, VA to New York, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 207 miles (334 km) distance in 3h 40m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Arlington, VA to New York, NY.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
The table below shows live departures for Arlington, VA to New York, NY buses for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus | 9:45 AM Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn), VA | 4h35 | 2:20 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn), VA | 4h55 | 4:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 5:15 AM Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn), VA | 4h35 | 9:50 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
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World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Leading museum of modern and contemporary art, home to influential works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major American art museum inside a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Its spiral galleries make the building itself part of the experience.
Vast urban park with lakes, meadows, museums, and scenic paths. It is the city’s classic outdoor escape and a true must-see.
Elevated park built on a former rail line, offering gardens, public art, and fresh perspectives on the West Side.
Bright, busy crossroads famous for giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy. It is overwhelming, iconic, and quintessentially New York.
A thin, foldable slice with crisp crust and tangy tomato sauce. It is the city’s iconic fast meal, shaped by generations of neighborhood pizzerias.
A hand-rolled boiled and baked bagel, often topped with cream cheese and lox. New York water and long-standing bagel shops made it a city staple.
Salt-cured beef steamed until tender, usually served on rye with mustard. It is a classic Jewish deli sandwich strongly tied to New York food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant highlighting contemporary American cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant setting and one of the city’s landmark tables.
Legendary coal-oven pizzeria serving classic New York pies in a casual, bustling setting. A long-standing favorite for an old-school slice experience.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami sandwiches and classic counter service. Busy, traditional, and deeply tied to Lower East Side food culture.
Very high costs for hotels, dining, and attractions; transit is moderate, but overall NYC is pricier than most US and global city breaks.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis: 15-20%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2 for drinks.
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Most Arlington, VA to New York, NY buses use the Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn) to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. station pair, with some services arriving at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave. Use this guide to compare Arlington, VA and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn) is 3 km from Arlington city centre. Public transport options include:
Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes and restaurants available.
Wi-Fi is available at Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn). ATMs are available at Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn).
Ticket office support is available at Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn).
Available at Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn): Accessible for wheelchairs.
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants in the vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave. ATMs are available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave.
Ticket office support is available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave.
Available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave: Accessible by ramp for wheelchairs.
New York, Port Authority Bus Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Port Authority Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station.
Available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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