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Zimmerli Art Museum
Major university art museum at Rutgers with strong Russian and Soviet nonconformist holdings plus rotating contemporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Baltimore, MD to New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, NJ will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
It's difficult to get from Baltimore, MD to New Brunswick, NJ without transferring at least once.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to New Brunswick, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. 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 $53, and a flight costs an average of $211.
Distance: 141 miles (227 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $135 Average price | $461 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 48m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 New Brunswick, NJ:
A bus is $63 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Baltimore, MD to New Brunswick, NJ costing on average $135 (€109).
A bus is $389 (€315) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Baltimore, MD to New Brunswick, NJ costing on average $461 (€374).
Other travel options to New Brunswick, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 38m.
Flight takes on average 8h 48m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to New Brunswick, NJ buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:55 AM Baltimore, MD | 7h00 | 5:55 PM New Brunswick, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Baltimore, MD | 7h00 | 6:55 PM New Brunswick, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Baltimore, MD to New Brunswick, NJ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 141 miles (227 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 141 miles (227 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Major university art museum at Rutgers with strong Russian and Soviet nonconformist holdings plus rotating contemporary exhibitions.
Well-regarded campus gallery destination with American, European, and Russian art, popular with students and regional visitors.
Open-air historic village nearby with furnished period structures and interpretive exhibits on colonial and 19th-century life.
Main downtown corridor lined with theaters, Rutgers venues, and city energy; the most recognizable walk in New Brunswick.
Classic Rutgers campus area with historic buildings, student life, and the city's most photogenic collegiate streetscapes.
Compact central district combining arts venues, Rutgers activity, and one of the region's liveliest urban atmospheres.
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A long-running cocktail bar and restaurant known for creative drinks, American fare, and a lively but refined setting. It is one of downtown New Brunswick’s best-known dining spots.
Moderate for U.S. travelers. Casual dining is affordable, but hotels and upscale restaurants can cost more.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up or tip 10-15% for taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 1-5 depending on service.
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