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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
$90
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Montreal, QC 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 Montreal, QC to New York, NY will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 17 buses that leave Montreal, QC for New York, NY on Sat, Aug 15, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 15 the direct buses cover the 534 km distance in an average of 8 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Sat, Aug 15 the slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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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ADT A297
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montreal, QC to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $82, and a flight costs an average of $154.
Distance: 331 miles (534 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$108 Average price | $99 Average price Cheapest | $371 Average price | $128 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montreal, QC to New York, NY:
A train is $9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Montreal, QC to New York, NY costing on average $108.
A train is $272 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montreal, QC to New York, NY costing on average $371.
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 10m.
Train takes on average 9h 32m.
Tickets start at around $108 compared to roughly $128 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20. The journey takes 9h 10m versus 6h 32m 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 Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, Infobus, Trailways.
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 Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $128 |
The table below shows live departures for Montreal, QC to New York, NY buses for today, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 8h45 | 5:45 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 9h20 | 8:35 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 8h30 | 10:30 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 8h40 | 1:55 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 8h15 | 6:15 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADT A297 | 10:30 PM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 8h25 | 6:55 AM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 11:30 PM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 14h00 | 1:30 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 1 transfer | |
· | 11:30 PM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 13h45 | 1:15 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 11:30 PM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 13h35 | 1:05 PM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 11:30 PM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 13h05 | 12:35 PM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:45 PM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 7h35 | 7:20 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 15 | |||||
![]() | 7:00 AM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 9h30 | 4:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 8:00 AM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 14h30 | 10:30 PM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 1 transfer | |
ADT A287 | 8:00 AM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 9h45 | 5:45 PM New York, W 33rd St / 11th Ave (Hudson Yards Trailways), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADT A287 | 8:00 AM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 9h15 | 5:15 PM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADT A287 · ADT A537 | 8:00 AM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 10h35 | 6:35 PM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 1 transfer | |
ADT A287 · ADT A537 · ADT A121 | 8:00 AM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 11h40 | 7:40 PM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Montreal, QC to New York, NY run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $76 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 331 miles (534 km) distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 331 miles (534 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:45 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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Most Montreal, QC to New York, NY buses use the Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal to New York, Port Authority Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.. Use this guide to compare Montreal, QC 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, 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, George Washington Bridge Bus Station is 16 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries within the station including fast food.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station. ATMs are available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station.
Available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
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