The cheapest and fastest buses from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
It's difficult to get from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ without transferring at least once.
8:00 PM2h30Hartford, CT10:30 PMClifton, NJ$461One-way1 transfer
8:00 PM2h30Hartford, CT10:30 PMClifton, NJ$461One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $77.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $332 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ:
A bus is $286 (€234) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ costing on average $332 (€272).
Other travel options to Clifton, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 56m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator CoachRun | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:29PM | Duration 2h29 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Live departures
Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 PM Hartford, CT | 2h30 | 10:30 PM Clifton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ
Buses from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 20:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 29m |
First bus 8:00 PM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: CoachRun from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJYou can travel by bus between Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ with CoachRun for as low as $46 (€38). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ 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 Clifton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular bus stations from Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ
Most Hartford, CT to Clifton, NJ buses use the Hartford, Union Station to Newark, Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Hartford, CT and Clifton, NJ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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