- Must visit
Historic Richmond Town
A large living-history museum and village with period homes, galleries, and gardens. Worth visiting for Staten Island history and varied exhibits.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$37
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$53
Fastest journey on Sep 20
4 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
4 h 54 m
Buses on Sep 20
21
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boston, MA to Staten Island, NY 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 Staten Island, NY will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 21 buses from Boston, MA to Staten Island, NY, including 10 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 325 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Staten Island, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $54 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, while a flight costs an average of $464.
Distance: 201 miles (325 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $190 Average price | $464 Average price | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Staten Island, NY:
A bus is $137 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Staten Island, NY costing on average $190.
A bus is $410 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Staten Island, NY costing on average $464.
Other travel options to Staten Island, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 52m.
Train takes on average 4h 55m.
Tickets start at around $54 compared to roughly $68 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $14. The journey takes 4h 52m versus 4h 19m 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 Go Buses.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Staten Island, NY buses for today, Saturday, September 19. 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 | 1:30 AM Brookline, Harvard St (Coolidge Corner Opticians), MA | 7h10 | 8:40 AM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:30 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 4h50 | 6:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 2:15 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 6h15 | 8:30 AM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 8h10 | 10:40 AM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 5h05 | 12:25 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:55 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 5h20 | 2:15 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 7h00 | 5:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 10:45 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 6h45 | 5:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Cambridge, Steel Place, MA | 6h30 | 5:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 4h50 | 6:05 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:05 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 5h25 | 8:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 4h35 | 9:50 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 6h05 | 12:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 7:35 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 5h45 | 1:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 PM Brookline, Harvard St (Coolidge Corner Opticians), MA | 6h20 | 3:00 AM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:50 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 5h10 | 3:00 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Boston, MA to Staten Island, NY run on average 50 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 if you book in advance.
There are 42 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 201 miles (325 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 201 miles (325 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Buses per day 50 |
Direct buses 42 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
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Most Boston, MA to Staten Island, NY buses use the Boston, Bus Terminal South Station to Newark, Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Staten Island, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Boston, Bus Terminal South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food and cafe options available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station.
Available at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station: Fully accessible with ramps and elevators.
Cambridge, Alewife is 3 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge, Alewife has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several nearby eateries.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge, Alewife. ATMs are aTMs located nearby.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge, Alewife.
Available at Cambridge, Alewife: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge, Alewife: Accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street is 2 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street. ATMs are available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street.
Ticket office support is available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street.
Available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street: Bus stop is accessible for passengers with disabilities.
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