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Newark Museum of Art
New Jersey’s largest museum, known for American art, Tibetan galleries, science exhibits, and the Ballantine House. A top cultural stop in downtown Newark.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Baltimore, 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 Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 24 buses that leave Baltimore, MD for Newark, NJ on Sat, May 30, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct buses cover the 263 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100
PPB 8708
PPB 8741


FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $176.
Distance: 163 miles (263 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price | $623 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ costing on average $62 (€50).
A bus is $589 (€474) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ costing on average $623 (€502).
Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 53m.
Flight takes on average 4h 25m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $61 (€49) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $27 (€22). The journey takes 3h 53m versus 2h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ buses for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PPB 8741 | 4:20 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h35 | 8:55 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255 | 5:00 PM Baltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St. | 4h00 | 9:00 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100 | 6:10 PM Baltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St. | 4h30 | 10:40 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:25 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h00 | 9:25 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 6:45 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h40 | 11:25 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:55 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h10 | 12:05 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h20 | 1:55 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 5h45 | 5:10 AM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
![]() | 1:10 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h10 | 4:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 4:35 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h45 | 9:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100 | 5:30 AM Baltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St. | 4h30 | 10:00 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:05 AM Baltimore, MD | 4h35 | 12:40 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
PPB 8708 | 8:05 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h35 | 12:40 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h35 | 12:00 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 8:30 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h20 | 12:50 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 9:30 AM Baltimore, MD | 5h50 | 3:20 PM Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
PPB 8714 · PPB 8640 | 9:30 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 5h50 | 3:20 PM Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h50 | 1:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h50 | 3:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577 | 12:00 PM Baltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St. | 3h30 | 3:30 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h55 | 5:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h40 | 6:40 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 163 miles (263 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 163 miles (263 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
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 Ballantine House. A top cultural stop in downtown Newark.
An interactive music museum inside Prudential Center with exhibits on recording, performance, and major artists. Popular with music fans and event visitors.
A respected nonprofit contemporary art space with a long history of supporting artists of color and innovative exhibitions in Newark.
A large historic park famous for its cherry blossoms, lakes, and broad walking routes. It is one of Newark’s most photogenic and widely loved outdoor spaces.
Newark’s best-known neighborhood for street life, culture, and walkable blocks. It is popular for exploring local character beyond the business district.
A revitalized downtown park with public art, events, lawn space, and a central location near major civic landmarks.
Char-grilled fresh sardines, a classic Ironbound favorite reflecting Newark’s strong Portuguese community, especially popular in summer festival season.
Salt cod prepared in many traditional Portuguese styles, such as baked or with potatoes and onions; a signature dish in Newark’s Portuguese restaurants.
A saffron rice dish loaded with seafood, chicken, or mixed meats, widely served in Newark’s Spanish restaurants and ideal for sharing.
Well-known upscale-casual spot serving Spanish tapas, cocktails, and contemporary small plates in a stylish Ironbound space.
Established Portuguese restaurant offering grilled meats, seafood, and traditional specialties in an elegant yet welcoming setting.
Established Spanish restaurant known for seafood, paella, and classic Iberian dishes in a lively, traditional setting in the Ironbound.
Moderate by U.S. standards. Budget eats are easy to find, but hotels, airport areas, and upscale dining cost more.
Tip 18-20% at sit-down restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 1-5.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, 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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