- Must visit
The Walters Art Museum
An art museum with an extensive collection of pieces from around the world, spanning centuries.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 21 buses that leave Newark, NJ for Baltimore, MD on Sun, May 17, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct buses cover the 263 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest buses will take 3 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.
PPB 8640
PPB 8604
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100
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FlixBus


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $180.
Distance: 163 miles (263 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price | $593 Average price | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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 Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD:
A bus is $39 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $77 (€63).
A bus is $554 (€447) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $593 (€479).
Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 58m.
Bus takes on average 3h 45m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€31) compared to roughly $59 (€47) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20 (€16). The journey takes 3h 45m versus 3h 4m 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, Infobus, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Peter Pan Bus.
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 01:50AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:22PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 3h38 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD buses for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Newark, Penn Station | 3h50 | 6:50 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
PPB 8604 | 6:05 AM Newark, NJ | 4h25 | 10:30 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:35 AM Newark, Penn Station | 3h15 | 9:50 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM Newark, Penn Station | 5h15 | 12:20 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Newark, Penn Station | 4h05 | 12:45 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100 | 9:30 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 4h40 | 2:10 PM Baltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM Newark, Penn Station | 3h45 | 1:50 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073 | 11:00 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 3h30 | 2:30 PM Baltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:50 PM Newark, Penn Station | 3h00 | 3:50 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Newark, Penn Station | 3h05 | 5:50 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:20 PM Newark, NJ | 4h25 | 7:45 PM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
PPB 8640 | 3:20 PM Newark, NJ | 4h25 | 7:45 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Newark, Penn Station | 5h35 | 9:20 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577 | 5:30 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 3h40 | 9:10 PM Baltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 3h05 | 10:40 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 PM Newark, Penn Station | 3h20 | 12:10 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100 | 10:30 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 4h10 | 2:40 AM Baltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St. | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 11:10 PM Newark, Penn Station | 5h50 | 5:00 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 17 | |||||
![]() | 1:50 AM Newark, Penn Station | 3h10 | 5:00 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 163 miles (263 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 163 miles (263 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Baltimore — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Baltimore trip today.
An art museum with an extensive collection of pieces from around the world, spanning centuries.
Renowned for its collection of 19th century, modern, and contemporary art, including a major collection of works by Henri Matisse.
An interactive museum with exhibits on science and technology, including a planetarium and observatory.
Baltimore's vibrant waterfront area, known for its attractions, shops, and entertainment options.
Offers panoramic views of the Inner Harbor and city skyline, ideal for picnics and relaxation.
Cultural and historic center, home to landmark buildings and the Washington Monument.
A Baltimore classic, made from fresh lump crab meat and minimal filler, seasoned and broiled or fried to perfection.
French fries seasoned with Old Bay, a popular spice blend originating from Baltimore, giving them a unique savory flavor.
Baltimore's version of barbecue, usually consisting of roast beef cooked over a charcoal pit, served on a sandwich with horseradish sauce.
Specializes in traditional and contemporary Maryland, Mid-Atlantic, and New England seafood dishes with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Renowned for its award-winning crab cakes, located in the historic Lexington Market, offering a true taste of Baltimore.
A farm-to-table restaurant focusing on locally sourced ingredients, offering a rustic yet refined dining experience.
Overall costs are moderate compared to major cities like New York, but slightly higher than the national average.
15-20% in restaurants, round up for taxi fares, and small tips appreciated in cafes and bars.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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