- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum Of Art
One of the world's great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue campus.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA to New York, NY will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 14 buses that leave Cambridge, MA for New York, NY on Thu, Jul 02, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cambridge, MA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 188 miles (304 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $93 Average price | $213 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Cambridge, MA to New York, NY:
A bus is $50 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge, MA to New York, NY costing on average $93 (€77).
A bus is $170 (€140) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cambridge, MA to New York, NY costing on average $213 (€176).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 7m.
Bus takes on average 4h 21m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€36) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€19). The journey takes 4h 21m versus 3h 55m 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 FlixBus, 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 OurBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge, MA to New York, NY buses for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 2:15 PM Cambridge, Steel Place, MA | 4h30 | 6:45 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
Ivy Tours & Travels Inc 4201908 MC-1621196 | 3:30 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h20 | 7:50 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Cambridge, Alewife | 4h15 | 9:15 PM New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073 | 5:00 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h25 | 9:25 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Cambridge, Alewife | 4h15 | 11:15 PM New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883 | 9:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 1:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Cambridge, Alewife | 4h15 | 1:15 PM New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255 | 10:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h40 | 2:40 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Cambridge, Alewife | 4h15 | 3:15 PM New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883 | 11:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Cambridge, Alewife | 4h15 | 4:15 PM New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883 | 1:00 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 5:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Cambridge, MA to New York, NY run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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One of the world's great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue campus.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum known for iconic works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major natural history museum with dinosaur halls, space exhibits, and family-friendly science collections.
The city's iconic urban park with lakes, paths, lawns, and landmarks spread across the heart of Manhattan.
World-famous entertainment crossroads known for giant screens, nonstop energy, and a classic New York atmosphere.
Elevated linear park built on a former rail line, with gardens, art, and distinctive Hudson-side views.
Large, thin-crust slices with a crisp edge and foldable center, sold in classic neighborhood pizzerias. It is one of the city’s most iconic everyday foods.
A classic New York bagel topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, and onion. It reflects the city’s Jewish deli and appetizing-store traditions.
Hand-carved cured beef piled onto rye bread, often served with mustard and a pickle. This deli staple is closely tied to New York’s immigrant food history.
Historic Manhattan steakhouse celebrated for mutton chop, steaks, and a refined classic New York atmosphere.
Legendary casual pizzeria known for classic New York-style slices with a no-frills neighborhood atmosphere.
Well-known spot for bagels, lox, smoked fish, and other Jewish appetizing classics in a polished but traditional setting.
New York is one of the priciest U.S. cities. Hotels, dining, and attractions are costly, though cheap eats and free sights help balance a budget.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bartenders: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis: 15-20%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Little or no tip for counter service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA to New York, NY buses use the Cambridge, Alewife to New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St) station pair, with some services arriving at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave. Use this guide to compare Cambridge, 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, 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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