The cheapest and fastest buses from Boston, MA to Montclair, NJ
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boston, MA to Montclair, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Montclair, NJ will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 14 buses that leave Boston, MA for Montclair, NJ on Thu, Nov 06, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 312 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 4 h 50 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Montclair, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Montclair, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €57.
Distance: 193 miles (312 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price Cheapest | €78 Average price | €95 Average price |
5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 21m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Boston, MA to Montclair, NJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Live departures
Boston, MA to Montclair, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Montclair, NJ buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:30 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 4h50 | 11:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Brookline, Harvard St (Coolidge Corner Opticians), MA | 5h55 | 12:25 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined | 7:15 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 6h25 | 1:40 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:20 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 5h05 | 5:25 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:55 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 5h20 | 7:15 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Cambridge, Alewife | 4h15 | 6:15 PM New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Boston, MA to Montclair, NJ
Buses from Boston, MA to Montclair, NJ run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 193 miles (312 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 193 miles (312 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: Go Buses, Infobus from Boston, MA to Montclair, NJYou can travel by bus between Boston, MA to Montclair, NJ with Go Buses, Infobus for as low as $34 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Boston, MA to Montclair, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Montclair, 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 Montclair, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Go Buses
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Space for wheelchairs.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Go Buses
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
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- Go Buses
- One carry-on bag and one checked bag up to 23kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Go Buses
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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