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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 on Sep 06
$42
Average ticket price on Sep 06
$53
Fastest journey on Sep 06
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
3 h 20 m
Buses on Sep 06
41
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ellicott City, MD 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 Ellicott City, MD to New York, NY will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 41 buses from Ellicott City, MD to New York, NY, including 30 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct buses cover the 287 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest buses will take 3 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ellicott City, MD to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, while a flight costs an average of $168.
Distance: 178 miles (287 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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 Ellicott City, MD to New York, NY:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ellicott City, MD to New York, NY costing on average $50 (€40).
A train is $121 (€98) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ellicott City, MD to New York, NY costing on average $168 (€135).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 42m.
Bus takes on average 3h 48m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
The table below shows live departures for Ellicott City, MD to New York, NY buses for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 1:10 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h05 | 5:15 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:10 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h50 | 5:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h45 | 6:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h35 | 7:50 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:35 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h35 | 9:10 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 5h55 | 10:55 AM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:15 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h35 | 9:50 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 6h10 | 1:15 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 7:25 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 6h05 | 1:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h40 | 11:55 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h15 | 12:40 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h40 | 12:25 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h20 | 1:05 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 6h40 | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h35 | 1:05 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 5h30 | 3:15 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h20 | 1:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:45 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 5h05 | 2:50 PM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:45 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 5h20 | 3:05 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h30 | 2:20 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 5h20 | 5:05 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 11:45 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 5h10 | 4:55 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 11:45 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 5h05 | 4:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h30 | 3:35 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:50 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h50 | 5:40 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h40 | 4:40 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h20 | 5:20 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 5h00 | 6:40 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 1:40 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 5h05 | 6:45 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h50 | 6:55 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h00 | 7:15 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h25 | 8:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h50 | 8:10 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h05 | 9:20 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h25 | 8:40 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h20 | 10:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h25 | 10:50 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h25 | 11:55 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h15 | 11:50 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:55 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h55 | 12:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3h20 | 12:20 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4h00 | 2:35 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ellicott City, MD to New York, NY run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by train.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 178 miles (287 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 178 miles (287 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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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 Ellicott City, MD 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 Ellicott City, MD to New York, NY buses use the Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. station pair, with some services arriving at New York, Port Authority Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Ellicott City, MD 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.
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, 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.
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