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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
$29
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h
Buses per day
18
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lexington, MA 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 Lexington, MA to New York, NY will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 18 buses that leave Lexington, MA for New York, NY on Sun, Aug 16, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct buses cover the 301 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 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.
Boston Charter Bus LLC DBA DPV Transportation Inc 3284931 MC-1039256
Boston Charter Bus LLC DBA DPV Transportation Inc 3284931 MC-1039256
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883
Ivy Tours & Travels Inc 4201908 MC-1621196
LX Transportation LLC DOT# 2265836 MC# 773523
Boston Charter Bus LLC DBA DPV Transportation Inc 3284931 MC-1039256
LX Transportation LLC DOT# 2265836 MC# 773523
Boston Charter Bus LLC DBA DPV Transportation Inc 3284931 MC-1039256Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lexington, MA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $64.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price | $215 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lexington, MA to New York, NY:
A bus is $60 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lexington, MA to New York, NY costing on average $98 (€80).
A bus is $177 (€144) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lexington, MA to New York, NY costing on average $215 (€174).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 15m.
Flight takes on average 5h 15m.
Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 4h 15m versus 3h 53m 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 Go Buses.
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 OurBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Lexington, MA to New York, NY buses for tomorrow, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Best Tours & Charter Inc USDOT-4056127 MC-1538096 | 1:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h15 | 5:15 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Boston Charter Bus LLC DBA DPV Transportation Inc 3284931 MC-1039256 | 6:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h00 | 10:00 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Boston Charter Bus LLC DBA DPV Transportation Inc 3284931 MC-1039256 | 8:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h00 | 12:00 PM New York 1st Ave | 0 transfersDirect | |
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883 | 9:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 1:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255 | 10:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h20 | 2:20 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883 | 11:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lexington, MA to New York, NY run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
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Discover the best of New York, NY — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New York, NY trip today.
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 Lexington, MA 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 Lexington, MA to New York, NY buses use the Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street to New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street station pair, with some services arriving at New York, Port Authority Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Lexington, MA 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, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street. ATMs are available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street.
Ticket office support is available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street.
Available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street: Accessible sidewalk and bus stop.
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.
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