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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.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dover, DE 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 Dover, DE to New York, NY will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 3 buses from Dover, DE to New York, NY, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 216 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 4 h 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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Buses from Dover, DE to New York, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 134 miles (216 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 134 miles (216 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dover, DE to New York, NY.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €66 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €75 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €42 |
The table below shows live departures for Dover, DE to New York, NY buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 11:15 AM Dover, N Dupont Hwy (Greyhound Bus Stop), DE | 4h00 | 3:15 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Dover, N Dupont Hwy (Greyhound Bus Stop), DE | 3h55 | 11:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
![]() | 6:35 AM Dover, DE | 4h00 | 10:35 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 AM Dover, DE | 4h00 | 11:35 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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Most Dover, DE to New York, NY buses use the Dover, N Dupont Hwy (Greyhound Bus Stop) to New York, 28 Allen St. station pair, with some services arriving at New York, Port Authority Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Dover, DE and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Dover, N Dupont Hwy (Greyhound Bus Stop) is 2 km from Dover city centre. Public transport options include:
Dover, N Dupont Hwy (Greyhound Bus Stop) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Dover, N Dupont Hwy (Greyhound Bus Stop). ATMs are available at Dover, N Dupont Hwy (Greyhound Bus Stop).
Ticket office support is available at Dover, N Dupont Hwy (Greyhound Bus Stop).
Available at Dover, N Dupont Hwy (Greyhound Bus Stop): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dover, N Dupont Hwy (Greyhound Bus Stop): Basic accessibility features for wheelchairs.
Dover has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and fast food options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Dover. ATMs are aTM available within a short walking distance.
Ticket office support is available at Dover.
Available at Dover: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dover: Wheelchair access available throughout the station.
New York, 28 Allen St. is 1 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, 28 Allen St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Various dining options nearby on Allen St.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, 28 Allen St.. ATMs are available at New York, 28 Allen St..
Ticket office support is available at New York, 28 Allen St..
Available at New York, 28 Allen St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, 28 Allen St.: Ramp access available for buses.
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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