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Liberty Science Center
Major interactive science museum in Liberty State Park with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly programming. One of the city’s best-known cultural attractions.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Atlantic City, NJ to Jersey City, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $499.
Distance: 95 miles (154 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $499 Average price | $307 Average price |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 13m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Atlantic City, NJ to Jersey City, NJ:
A bus is $263 (€216) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Atlantic City, NJ to Jersey City, NJ costing on average $307 (€252).
A bus is $455 (€373) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Atlantic City, NJ to Jersey City, NJ costing on average $499 (€409).
Other travel options to Jersey City, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 25m.
Flight takes on average 9h 13m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 04:38AM | Duration 4h38 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 06:42AM | Duration 4h12 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 07:36AM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 08:51AM | Duration 4h21 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:21AM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:43AM | Duration 3h43 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:28AM | Duration 3h28 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:48PM | Duration 3h18 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:28PM | Duration 3h28 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:28PM | Duration 3h28 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:48PM | Duration 3h18 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:21PM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:28PM | Duration 3h28 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:23PM | Duration 3h23 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:51PM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:37PM | Duration 3h47 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:27PM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:26PM | Duration 3h26 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 10:14PM | Duration 3h49 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:37PM | Duration 3h37 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 12:19AM | Duration 3h24 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator NJ Transit | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:42AM | Duration 4h12 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
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Buses from Atlantic City, NJ to Jersey City, NJ run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:05, the last at 21:05. The fastest bus covers the 95 miles (154 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 95 miles (154 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 4:05 AM |
Last bus 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Jersey City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Jersey City trip today.
Major interactive science museum in Liberty State Park with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly programming. One of the city’s best-known cultural attractions.
Large contemporary arts center with galleries, artist studios, and rotating exhibitions. It is a notable local favorite for contemporary art in an industrial setting.
Small specialty museum focused on Russian art and cultural exhibitions. A lesser-known stop for visitors interested in niche collections.
The city’s signature green space with sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island. Excellent for walking, photos, and waterfront relaxation.
Major waterfront district known for dramatic skyline views, easy transit access, and one of the most photographed promenades in the area.
Modern riverfront walking area with open views toward Midtown Manhattan. Popular for sunset photos and casual strolls.
A classic North Jersey breakfast sandwich with pork roll, egg, and cheese on a bagel or roll. It is a regional staple strongly associated with the area.
A New Jersey specialty made with hot dogs, peppers, onions, and potatoes in pizza bread or a roll. It is a beloved casual street-food style meal.
French fries topped with brown gravy and melted cheese, often compared to poutine. This diner favorite is iconic in New Jersey comfort food culture.
Highly regarded pizzeria known for wood-fired pies, excellent ingredients, and a stylish but relaxed dining room. One of Jersey City's best-known destination restaurants.
Upscale American restaurant in Liberty State Park with skyline views, a polished atmosphere, and a popular brunch and dinner scene.
Historic casual spot famous for slider-style burgers and old-school diner charm. It is one of the area's classic long-running eateries.
Prices are high by U.S. standards, especially for hotels and dining, but cheaper than nearby Manhattan.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for excellent service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
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