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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
$141
Average price
$229
Fastest journey
17 h 50 m
Average duration
18 h 28 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
1191 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ will cost around $229 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $141.
Of the 13 buses that leave Atlanta, GA for Newark, NJ on Sat, Jul 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct buses cover the 1191 km distance in an average of 18 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 50 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest buses will take 19 h 5 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $167.
Distance: 740 miles (1191 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$160 Average price | $145 Average price Cheapest | $316 Average price |
19h 20m Average total duration 18h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 52m Average total duration 18h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ:
A flight is $15 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ costing on average $160 (€132).
A flight is $171 (€141) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ costing on average $316 (€260).
Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 22m.
Bus takes on average 18h 50m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $144 |
The table below shows live departures for Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 5:10 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 19h40 | 12:50 PM Newark, Penn Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 18h35 | 1:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 19h05 | 3:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA | 18h45 | 3:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 9:45 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 19h50 | 5:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 12:40 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 21h45 | 10:25 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 4:40 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 19h25 | 12:05 AM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 18h05 | 1:05 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 20h15 | 4:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:15 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 19h05 | 4:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
· · | 1:15 PM Atlanta, SkyTrain Airport Station, GA | 20h50 | 10:05 AM Newark, Penn Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 1:30 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 19h50 | 9:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 2 transfers | |
· | 4:15 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 17h50 | 10:05 AM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ run on average 10 times per day, taking around 18h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $84 (€69) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 740 miles (1191 km) distance in 17h 50m.
Distance 740 miles (1191 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€69) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 17h 50m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Newark — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newark trip today.
New Jersey’s largest museum, known for American art, Tibetan galleries, science exhibits, and the historic Ballantine House.
Interactive music museum space inside Prudential Center with exhibits on recording, performance, and Grammy history.
University gallery presenting contemporary art and cultural exhibitions, with a strong focus on social history and local voices.
Large Olmsted-designed park famous for its cherry blossoms, lakes, and highly photographed spring festival scenery.
Newark’s best-known neighborhood for street life, culture, and walkable blocks, popular with both locals and visitors.
Revived downtown park with public art, events, lawns, and a central location near major civic landmarks.
A Newark-area classic: a hot dog tucked into pizza bread with fried potatoes, peppers, and onions. It reflects the city’s strong Italian American food heritage.
A staple in Newark’s Ironbound district, especially during summer festivals. Fresh sardines are simply grilled and served with olive oil, showing the area’s Portuguese roots.
Salt cod prepared in many traditional Portuguese styles, often baked or sautéed with potatoes, onions, and eggs. It is one of the signature foods of the Ironbound.
A respected Basque and Spanish restaurant known for garlic shrimp, steaks, and classic hospitality. It is a dependable choice for traditional Ironbound dining.
A busy Ironbound seafood restaurant known for generous portions of shellfish, grilled fish, and Iberian favorites in a lively atmosphere.
A stylish Spanish spot offering tapas, paella, sangria, and a more modern atmosphere than many traditional Ironbound dining rooms.
Prices are high by U.S. standards, especially hotels and dining near the airport and downtown. Budget options exist, but overall visitor costs are above average.
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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