- 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 building.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cortland, NY 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 Cortland, NY to New York, NY will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cortland, NY for New York, NY on Tue, Jun 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct buses cover the 277 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cortland, NY to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $127.
Distance: 172 miles (277 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $256 Average price | $89 Average price |
4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cortland, NY to New York, NY:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cortland, NY to New York, NY costing on average $89 (€73).
A bus is $200 (€164) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cortland, NY to New York, NY costing on average $256 (€209).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 15m.
Train takes on average 6h 49m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Cortland, NY to New York, NY buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:45 AM Cortland, NY | 4h20 | 6:05 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Cortland, NY to New York, NY run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 172 miles (277 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 172 miles (277 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 1:25 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 building.
A leading modern and contemporary art museum with iconic works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
A major science museum famous for dinosaur halls, space exhibits, and family-friendly displays on the natural world.
The city’s essential urban park, ideal for walks, people-watching, famous views, and easy access to major museums.
A high-energy commercial crossroads known for giant screens, Broadway proximity, and classic first-time New York spectacle.
An elevated park built on a former rail line, popular for design, public art, Hudson views, and social media appeal.
Large, thin-crust pizza sold by the slice, known for its crisp yet foldable base. It is one of the city’s most iconic everyday foods.
A classic New York bagel topped with cream cheese, cured salmon, capers, and onion. It reflects the city’s strong Jewish deli tradition.
Hand-carved cured beef piled onto rye bread, usually with mustard. This deli staple is one of New York’s most famous sandwiches.
Well-known appetizing shop cafe serving bagels, smoked fish, caviar, and Jewish New York classics in a polished, historic style.
Historic Lower East Side deli famous for hand-carved pastrami sandwiches and classic Jewish deli fare in a lively, old-school setting.
Legendary pizzeria known for traditional New York slices and whole pies, with a long-standing reputation for quality ingredients and craftsmanship.
Accommodation, dining, and drinks are among the priciest in the US, though budget eats and free sights help control costs.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants and bars; 20%+ for excellent service. USD 1-2 per drink, round up taxis or tip 10-15%, and tip hotel staff.
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