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University of Delaware Art Galleries
University museum with rotating contemporary and historic exhibitions. A top cultural stop for art, design, and regional creative programming.
Cheapest price on Sep 06
$32
Average ticket price on Sep 06
$53
Fastest journey on Sep 06
2 h
Average journey duration on Sep 06
2 h 20 m
Buses on Sep 06
7
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY to Newark, DE 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 Newark, DE will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 7 buses from New York, NY to Newark, DE, including 7 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct buses cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest buses will take 2 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.
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Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Newark, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, while a flight costs an average of $423.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price | $423 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Newark, DE:
A bus is $46 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Newark, DE costing on average $85 (€69).
A bus is $383 (€310) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Newark, DE costing on average $423 (€342).
Other travel options to Newark, DE take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 1m.
Flight takes on average 7h 11m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (1h 57m by bus vs 2h 12m by car). Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Infobus, Trailways, Greyhound.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Newark, DE buses for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255 | 7:00 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 2h15 | 9:15 AM Newark, Christiana Mall (Mall Parking Lot Section D3), DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h00 | 11:00 AM Newark, I 95 (Delaware Welcome Center - Southbound), DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100 | 10:30 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 3h00 | 1:30 PM Newark, Christiana Mall (Mall Parking Lot Section D3), DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h25 | 1:55 PM Newark, Train Station, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h30 | 4:30 PM Newark, Train Station, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577 | 2:00 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 2h20 | 4:20 PM Newark, Christiana Mall (Mall Parking Lot Section D3), DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2h25 | 7:25 PM Newark, Train Station, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from New York, NY to Newark, DE run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Newark, DE — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newark, DE trip today.
University museum with rotating contemporary and historic exhibitions. A top cultural stop for art, design, and regional creative programming.
Hands-on nature center in White Clay Creek State Park with exhibits on local wildlife, geology, and trails. Great introduction before exploring outdoors.
Museum in nearby Wilmington focused on Delaware military history. A strong choice for visitors interested in state service and historical artifacts.
Newark's lively main street with shops, historic buildings, and a college-town atmosphere. Best for strolling, people-watching, and everyday local energy.
Signature University of Delaware lawn framed by historic buildings. A classic walking area for campus views, shade, and seasonal events.
Large state park on Newark's edge with wooded trails, creek scenery, and picnic areas. A favorite for hiking and escaping the urban core.
Scrapple is a Mid-Atlantic breakfast loaf of pork scraps and cornmeal, sliced and fried. It is a regional staple in Delaware diners and farm kitchens.
Blue crab cakes are common in Delaware, made with sweet regional crab meat and light seasoning. They reflect Chesapeake and Delaware Bay seafood traditions.
Cream chipped beef on toast is a longtime diner and military-linked comfort dish in Delaware. Rich dried beef gravy over toast remains a local breakfast classic.
Established Italian restaurant serving pasta, seafood, and steaks in an upscale yet comfortable setting. Well known for polished service.
Longstanding local favorite for inventive sandwiches, hearty breakfasts, and comfort food in a casual neighborhood atmosphere.
Popular Newark brewpub known for house beers, burgers, and pub fare in a lively Main Street setting near the university.
Moderate for U.S. college towns. Hotels can be pricey on busy dates, but dining is reasonable and local transport needs are limited for most visitors.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and $1-2 per drink or coffee in cafes if service is provided.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Newark, DE 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 Newark, DE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New York, NY to Newark, DE buses use the New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. to Newark, Train Station station pair, with some services arriving at Newark, I 95 (Delaware Welcome Center - Southbound). Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Newark, DE 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, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street. ATMs are available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street.
Ticket office support is available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street.
Available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street: Accessible sidewalk and bus stop.
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.
Newark, Train Station is 1 km from Newark city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark, Train Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several food vendors inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Newark, Train Station.
Available at Newark, Train Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark, Train Station: Wheelchair accessible facilities.
Newark, I 95 (Delaware Welcome Center - Southbound) is 5 km from Newark city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark, I 95 (Delaware Welcome Center - Southbound) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and cafe options available.
Free Wi-Fi is available inside the station. ATMs are aTM is available inside the welcome center.
Ticket office support is available at Newark, I 95 (Delaware Welcome Center - Southbound).
Available at Newark, I 95 (Delaware Welcome Center - Southbound): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark, I 95 (Delaware Welcome Center - Southbound): Facilities are accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
Newark, Christiana Mall (Mall Parking Lot Section D3) is 8 km from Newark city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark, Christiana Mall (Mall Parking Lot Section D3) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Various restaurants available inside the mall.
Wi-Fi is available at Newark, Christiana Mall (Mall Parking Lot Section D3). ATMs are aTMs located throughout the mall.
Ticket office support is available at Newark, Christiana Mall (Mall Parking Lot Section D3).
Available at Newark, Christiana Mall (Mall Parking Lot Section D3): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark, Christiana Mall (Mall Parking Lot Section D3): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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