The cheapest and fastest buses from New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$141
Fastest journey
13 h 45 m
Average duration
14 h 4 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
747 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC 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 Winston Salem, NC will cost around $141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 17 buses that leave New York, NY for Winston Salem, NC on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 747 km distance in an average of 14 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 14 h 15 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.
2:30 AM15h10New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY5:40 PMWinston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC$901One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM15h15New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY6:45 AMWinston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC$901One-way0 transfers
· 1:35 PM17h10New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station6:45 AMWinston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC$1321One-way1 transfer
FlixBus+
4:30 PM14h15New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.6:45 AMWinston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC$1331One-way1 transfer
FlixBus+
4:30 PM14h15New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY6:45 AMWinston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC$1331One-way1 transfer
FlixBus+
5:00 PM13h45New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY6:45 AMWinston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC$1391One-way1 transfer
FlixBus+
· 1:30 AM13h50New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.3:20 PMWinston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC$2101One-way2 transfers
FlixBus+
4:30 PM14h15New York, 28 Allen St., NY6:45 AMWinston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC$1341One-way1 transfer
FlixBus+
4:30 PM14h15New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.6:45 AMWinston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC$1331One-way1 transfer
· 1:05 AM14h15New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY3:20 PMWinston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC$1561One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, and a train costs an average of $115.
Distance: 464 miles (747 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$118 Average price Cheapest | $157 Average price | $232 Average price | $134 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 6m Average total duration 13h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 33m Average total duration 12h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Winston Salem, NC:
A bus is $40 (€32) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC costing on average $157 (€129).
A bus is $114 (€93) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC costing on average $232 (€190).
Other travel options to Winston Salem, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 3m.
Bus takes on average 13h 36m.
Tickets start at around $118 (€96) compared to roughly $134 (€110) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16 (€13). The journey takes 13h 36m versus 8h 55m 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, Wanda Coach.
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.
New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $210 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator Wanda Coach | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator Wanda Coach | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator Wanda Coach | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 15h21 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $157 |
Live departures
New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 1:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 14h15 | 3:20 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 1:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 13h50 | 3:20 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:30 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 15h10 | 5:40 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 1:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 17h10 | 6:45 AM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 15h15 | 6:45 AM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 4:30 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 14h15 | 6:45 AM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 4:30 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 14h15 | 6:45 AM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 4:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 14h15 | 6:45 AM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 5:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 13h45 | 6:45 AM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC
Buses from New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC run on average 16 times per day, taking around 13h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $78 (€64) but you can travel from only $37 (€31) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 464 miles (747 km) distance in 13h 50m.
Distance 464 miles (747 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€64) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 50m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus, Wanda Coach from New York, NY to Winston Salem, NCYou can travel by bus between New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC with Greyhound, FlixBus, Wanda Coach for as low as $37 (€31). 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 Winston Salem, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC 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 Winston Salem, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New York, NY to Winston Salem, NC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- 05:00-01:00
- 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
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