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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brookline, MA to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brookline, MA to New York, NY will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 1 buses that leave Brookline, MA for New York, NY on Sun, Aug 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 02 the direct buses cover the 300 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Sun, Aug 02 the slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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.


Buses from Brookline, MA to New York, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
The table below shows live departures for Brookline, MA to New York, NY buses for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Brookline, Harvard St (Coolidge Corner Opticians), MA | 4h00 | 5:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883 | 7:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 11:30 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255 | 9:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h20 | 1:20 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883 | 11:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h15 | 3:15 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sunnys Coach Services Inc #1596211 MC-590552 | 12:00 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h15 | 4:15 PM New York 1st Ave | 0 transfersDirect | |
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255 | 1:00 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 5:30 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255 | 2:30 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h25 | 6:55 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
ROBERT TOURS LLC DOT # 2866907 960582 | 4:00 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 5h30 | 9:30 PM Jersey City, Washington Blvd (Newport railway station), NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
ROBERT TOURS LLC DOT # 2866907 960582 | 4:00 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 8:30 PM New York 1st Ave | 0 transfersDirect | |
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073 | 5:00 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h55 | 9:55 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX Transportation LLC DOT# 2265836 MC# 773523 | 6:00 PM Boston, 39 Dalton St Streetside, MA | 3h50 | 9:50 PM New York, W 42nd St, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Brookline, Harvard St (Coolidge Corner Opticians), MA | 4h10 | 11:35 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sunnys Coach Services Inc #1596211 MC-590552 | 7:30 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h15 | 11:45 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Brookline, Harvard St (Coolidge Corner Opticians), MA | 4h10 | 12:50 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
![]() | 12:55 AM Brookline, MA | 4h05 | 5:00 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Leading museum of modern and contemporary art, home to influential works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major American art museum inside a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Its spiral galleries make the building itself part of the experience.
Vast urban park with lakes, meadows, museums, and scenic paths. It is the city’s classic outdoor escape and a true must-see.
Elevated park built on a former rail line, offering gardens, public art, and fresh perspectives on the West Side.
Bright, busy crossroads famous for giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy. It is overwhelming, iconic, and quintessentially New York.
A thin, foldable slice with crisp crust and tangy tomato sauce. It is the city’s iconic fast meal, shaped by generations of neighborhood pizzerias.
A hand-rolled boiled and baked bagel, often topped with cream cheese and lox. New York water and long-standing bagel shops made it a city staple.
Salt-cured beef steamed until tender, usually served on rye with mustard. It is a classic Jewish deli sandwich strongly tied to New York food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant highlighting contemporary American cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant setting and one of the city’s landmark tables.
Legendary coal-oven pizzeria serving classic New York pies in a casual, bustling setting. A long-standing favorite for an old-school slice experience.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami sandwiches and classic counter service. Busy, traditional, and deeply tied to Lower East Side food culture.
Very high costs for hotels, dining, and attractions; transit is moderate, but overall NYC is pricier than most US and global city breaks.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis: 15-20%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2 for drinks.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brookline, MA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brookline, MA to New York, NY buses use the Brookline, Harvard St (Coolidge Corner Opticians) to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. station pair, with some services arriving at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street. Use this guide to compare Brookline, MA and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
New York, Port Authority Bus Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Port Authority Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station.
Available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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