- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
One of the world's great art museums, with vast collections spanning ancient to modern art. A top priority for first-time visitors and repeat museum-goers alike.
Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$188
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 51 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
721 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Greensboro, NC 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 Greensboro, NC to New York, NY will cost around $188 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
Of the 20 buses that leave Greensboro, NC for New York, NY on Fri, Jun 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 721 km distance in an average of 11 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 12 h 30 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greensboro, NC to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $71, and a flight costs an average of $185.
Distance: 448 miles (721 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$116 Average price Cheapest | $192 Average price | $298 Average price | $164 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 12m Average total duration 11h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Greensboro, NC to New York, NY:
A bus is $77 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greensboro, NC to New York, NY costing on average $192 (€156).
A bus is $182 (€147) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Greensboro, NC to New York, NY costing on average $298 (€241).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 42m.
Bus takes on average 12h 26m.
Tickets start at around $116 (€93) compared to roughly $164 (€133) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $49 (€39). The journey takes 12h 26m versus 8h 35m 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, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $93 |
The table below shows live departures for Greensboro, NC to New York, NY buses for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 11h35 | 7:50 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 16h00 | 3:05 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 15h45 | 2:50 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 14h55 | 2:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 11:05 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 18h35 | 5:40 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 11:05 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 17h45 | 4:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 11:05 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 18h10 | 5:15 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:15 AM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 11h50 | 1:05 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 AM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 11h10 | 12:25 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 14h05 | 10:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 12h55 | 11:55 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 12h10 | 1:40 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 3:50 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 13h10 | 5:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 3:50 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 18h10 | 10:00 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 12h30 | 4:20 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 3:50 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 19h45 | 11:35 AM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 17h15 | 9:05 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 5:10 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 17h45 | 10:55 AM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 5:10 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 18h20 | 11:30 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 5:10 PM Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 19h00 | 12:10 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
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Buses from Greensboro, NC to New York, NY run on average 18 times per day, taking around 12h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 448 miles (721 km) distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 448 miles (721 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 11h 5m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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