The cheapest and fastest buses from New York, NY to Worcester, MA
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY to Worcester, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Worcester, MA will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 15 buses that leave New York, NY for Worcester, MA on Sun, Mar 08, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 08 the direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Sun, Mar 08 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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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Compare bus and train for New York, NY to Worcester, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Worcester, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
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$42 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price |
4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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New York, NY to Worcester, MA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Live departures
New York, NY to Worcester, MA bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Worcester, MA buses for today, Saturday, March 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 3:15 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h55 | 7:10 PM Worcester | 0 transfersDirect | |
PPB 5622 | 3:15 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h55 | 7:10 PM Worcester, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
undefined · undefined | 3:20 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5h20 | 8:40 PM Worcester, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
PPB 5638 | 7:15 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h55 | 11:10 PM Worcester, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:15 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h55 | 11:10 PM Worcester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5h50 | 2:10 AM Worcester, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3h20 | 1:40 AM Worcester, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5h10 | 3:40 AM Worcester, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PPB 5654 | 11:15 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h55 | 3:10 AM Worcester, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:15 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h55 | 3:10 AM Worcester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:05 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2h55 | 9:00 AM Worcester, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h20 | 2:20 PM Worcester, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:15 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h55 | 2:10 PM Worcester | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:30 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 3h50 | 2:20 PM Worcester, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
ROBERT TOURS LLC DOT # 2866907 960582 | 12:00 PM Jersey City, Washington Blvd (Newport railway station), NJ | 4h30 | 4:30 PM Worcester, Union Station (Franklin Street/Harding Street), MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5h40 | 7:40 PM Worcester, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:15 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h55 | 6:10 PM Worcester | 0 transfersDirect | |
undefined · undefined | 2:20 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5h20 | 7:40 PM Worcester, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Worcester, MA
Buses from New York, NY to Worcester, MA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Sat |
Least busy day Sun |
Best day to book ahead 2 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Infobus, FlixBus from New York, NY to Worcester, MAYou can travel by bus between New York, NY to Worcester, MA with Greyhound, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as $21 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from New York, NY to Worcester, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Worcester, MA 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 Worcester, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Worcester Art Museum, a renowned museum featuring a diverse collection of art from around the world
- EcoTarium, a science and nature museum offering interactive exhibits and a planetarium
- Mechanics Hall, a historic concert hall known for its exceptional acoustics and architecture
- Tower Hill Botanic Garden, a sprawling garden showcasing a wide variety of plants and seasonal displays
- Worcester Historical Museum, dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of Worcester through exhibits and programs.
- Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, a historic venue hosting Broadway shows, concerts, and other performances
- Green Hill Park, a large public park with walking trails, a golf course, and a zoo
- Elm Park, one of the oldest public parks in the United States, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a picnic
- Worcester Center for Crafts, offering workshops and exhibitions in various crafts
- Blackstone River Bikeway, a scenic trail ideal for biking and walking along the Blackstone River.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New York, NY to Worcester, MA
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 15, 19, 27 Train: Lake Shore Limited, Heart to Hub
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