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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.
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Cheapest price
$172
Average price
$204
Fastest journey
26h 5m
Average duration
32h 4m
Buses per day
23
Distance
132 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Memphis, TN to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $109. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $109, and a train costs an average of $202.
Distance: 953 miles (1534 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$218 Average price Cheapest | $516 Average price | $412 Average price | $251 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
30h 32m Average total duration 30h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34h 55m Average total duration 34h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Memphis, TN to New York, NY:
A bus is $194 (€160) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Memphis, TN to New York, NY costing on average $412 (€340).
A bus is $298 (€245) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Memphis, TN to New York, NY costing on average $516 (€425).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 30h 2m.
Train takes on average 34h 25m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
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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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 32h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $188 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 46h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $170 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 37h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $297 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 30h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $173 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 27h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 30h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 43h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 34h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $166 |
The table below shows live departures for Memphis, TN to New York, NY buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 9:00 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 27h15 | 1:15 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 28h50 | 2:50 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 9:00 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 30h50 | 4:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:00 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 26h25 | 12:25 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:00 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 27h05 | 1:05 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 9:00 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 27h05 | 1:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 12:30 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 30h30 | 8:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 12:30 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 32h00 | 9:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 3 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 12:30 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 27h50 | 5:20 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 2 transfers | |
· · | 12:30 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 28h10 | 5:40 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 12:30 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 26h05 | 3:35 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2 transfers | |
· · | 5:05 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 29h50 | 11:55 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
· · · | 5:05 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 30h45 | 12:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
+ FlixBus+![]() | 9:20 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 27h45 | 2:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus | 9:20 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 27h20 | 1:40 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 9:20 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 37h15 | 11:35 AM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 3 transfers | |
· + FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 43h25 | 5:45 PM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 3 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 9:20 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 33h30 | 7:50 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 2 transfers | |
· + FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 43h55 | 6:15 PM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 9:20 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 35h40 | 10:00 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 9:20 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 34h45 | 9:05 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 3 transfers | |
· + FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 44h40 | 7:00 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 3 transfers | |
· + FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 36h35 | 10:55 AM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 3 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
· · + FlixBus | 12:30 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 43h20 | 8:50 PM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 4 transfers | |
· + FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 34h00 | 11:30 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 12:30 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 42h55 | 8:25 PM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 12:30 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 34h05 | 11:35 AM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 3 transfers | |
· + FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 33h25 | 10:55 AM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 12:30 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 43h30 | 9:00 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 4 transfers | |
· + FlixBus+![]() | 12:30 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 32h30 | 10:00 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 4 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 12:30 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 30h20 | 7:50 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 2 transfers | |
· + FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 33h15 | 10:45 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 4:15 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 30h40 | 11:55 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Memphis, TN to New York, NY run on average 28 times per day, taking around 30h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $109 (€90) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 953 miles (1534 km) distance in 26h 5m.
Distance 953 miles (1534 km) |
Average bus duration 30h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€90) |
Buses per day 28 |
Fastest bus 26h 5m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of New York — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New York 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 Memphis, TN 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 Memphis, TN to New York, NY buses use the Memphis, Airways Transit Center to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. station pair, with some services arriving at New York, 28 Allen St.. Use this guide to compare Memphis, TN and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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, 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.
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