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Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Major art museum with encyclopedic collections, from ancient works to Impressionism, in a grand and highly walkable campus.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cliffside Park, NJ to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $93.
Distance: 184 miles (297 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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$34 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $93 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Cliffside Park, NJ to Boston, MA:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cliffside Park, NJ to Boston, MA costing on average $34 (€28).
A train is $68 (€56) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cliffside Park, NJ to Boston, MA costing on average $93 (€76).
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 15m.
Train takes on average 4h 38m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $7 (€6). The journey takes 4h 15m versus 3h 33m 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, Greyhound.
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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
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Buses from Cliffside Park, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 44 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by train.
There are 43 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 184 miles (297 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 184 miles (297 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 43 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafes: round up or add $1 per drink.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cliffside Park, NJ to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cliffside Park, NJ to Boston, MA buses use the New York, Port Authority Bus Station to Boston, Bus Terminal South Station station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge, Alewife. Use this guide to compare Cliffside Park, NJ and Boston, MA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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