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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 Oct 07
$46
Average ticket price on Oct 07
$46
Fastest journey on Oct 07
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 07
4 h 30 m
Buses on Oct 07
1
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Marlborough, 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 Marlborough, MA to New York, NY will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
On Wed, Oct 07, we found 1 buses from Marlborough, MA to New York, NY, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 07 the direct buses cover the 274 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Wed, Oct 07 the slowest buses will take 4 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.


Buses from Marlborough, MA to New York, NY run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 but you can travel from only $24 by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 170 miles (274 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 170 miles (274 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator MetroWest | Departure Time 11:58AM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 14h17 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator MetroWest | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 12h12 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Marlborough, MA to New York, NY buses for today, Tuesday, October 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:03 PM Marlborough, MA | 12h12 | 2:15 AM New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
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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 Marlborough, MA to New York, NY buses use the Worcester to New York, Port Authority Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave. Use this guide to compare Marlborough, 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, Canal Street (Lucky Star) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several nearby restaurants are available.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star). ATMs are available at New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star).
Ticket office support is available at New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star).
Available at New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star): Limited accessibility options are available.
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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