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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY to Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Thu, Nov 12, we found 4 buses from New York, NY to Cambridge, MA, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 12 the direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 12 the slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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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Buses from New York, NY to Cambridge, MA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from New York, NY to Cambridge, MA.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €33 |
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Cambridge, MA buses for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus | 10:30 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 4h15 | 2:45 PM Cambridge, Steel Place, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h15 | 8:15 PM Cambridge, Alewife | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Harvard's famed art museum complex unites major collections from antiquity to modern art in a striking Renzo Piano building.
One of the world's leading natural history museums, known for glass flowers, minerals, fossils, and family-friendly science displays.
MIT's museum showcases robotics, inventions, architecture, and hands-on science linked to the institute's pioneering research.
Cambridge's best-known district mixes Harvard history, bookstores, buskers, and lively streets ideal for strolling and people-watching.
Riverside park path with broad Charles views, rowing scenes, and one of the city's most popular walks and sunset spots.
Historic Harvard green framed by landmark buildings, shady paths, and campus traditions at the heart of old Cambridge.
New England clam chowder is a creamy soup with clams and potatoes, long tied to coastal Massachusetts and a classic comfort food across the Boston-Cambridge area.
A lobster roll serves chilled lobster meat in a buttered bun. It is a New England staple and a must-try regional seafood dish near Cambridge.
Boston baked beans are slow-cooked with molasses, reflecting historic New England cooking traditions linked to the Boston area and nearby Cambridge.
Beloved neighborhood spot serving Northern Italian dishes and house-made pasta. Warm, lively atmosphere with a long-standing local following.
Historic seafood counter famous for lobster rolls, fried clams, and chowder. Casual, busy, and widely regarded as a New England classic.
Refined tasting-menu restaurant known for inventive New England ingredients and polished service. Elegant fine dining with a strong national reputation.
Cambridge is pricier than many U.S. cities: hotels, dining, and parking run high, though transit is manageable and budget food exists near campuses.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, round up or tip 10-15% for taxis, and tip small amounts at cafes only if table service is provided.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Cambridge, MA.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New York, NY to Cambridge, MA buses use the New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave to Cambridge, Steel Place station pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Cambridge, MA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants in the vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave. ATMs are available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave.
Ticket office support is available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave.
Available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave: Accessible by ramp for wheelchairs.
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.
Cambridge, Steel Place is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge, Steel Place has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge, Steel Place. ATMs are available at Cambridge, Steel Place.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge, Steel Place.
Available at Cambridge, Steel Place: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge, Steel Place: The station is accessible for wheelchair users.
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