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AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center
Historic 1938 Art Deco cinema and cultural venue presenting classic, independent, and international film programs in downtown Silver Spring.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Silver Spring, 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 Silver Spring, MD will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 12 buses that leave Newark, NJ for Silver Spring, MD on Sun, May 31, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 311 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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 8604
PPB 8640
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PPB 8640
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0Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Silver Spring, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $68.
Distance: 193 miles (311 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price | $207 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Silver Spring, MD:
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Silver Spring, MD costing on average $76 (€61).
A bus is $166 (€134) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Silver Spring, MD costing on average $207 (€167).
Other travel options to Silver Spring, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 6m.
Bus takes on average 5h 8m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€33) compared to roughly $63 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€18). The journey takes 5h 8m versus 3h 34m 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 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Silver Spring, MD buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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PPB 8640 | 3:20 PM Newark, NJ | 5h10 | 8:30 PM Silver Spring, Station & Bay | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 5:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 7h05 | 12:40 AM Silver Spring, Fenton St / Sligo Ave | 1 transfer | |
· | 8:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 6h00 | 2:35 AM Silver Spring, Fenton St / Sligo Ave | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
FlixBus+![]() | 3:00 AM Newark, Penn Station | 9h20 | 12:20 PM Silver Spring, Fenton St / Sligo Ave | 1 transfer | |
0 | 6:05 AM Newark, NJ | 5h10 | 11:15 AM Silver Spring, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
PPB 8604 | 6:05 AM Newark, NJ | 5h10 | 11:15 AM Silver Spring, Station & Bay | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Newark, Penn Station | 5h05 | 1:45 PM Silver Spring, Fenton St / Sligo Ave | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 10:00 AM Newark, Penn Station | 5h45 | 3:45 PM Silver Spring, Fenton St / Sligo Ave | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 11:00 AM Newark, Penn Station | 6h00 | 5:00 PM Silver Spring, Fenton St / Sligo Ave | 1 transfer | |
· | 12:50 PM Newark, Penn Station | 5h30 | 6:20 PM Silver Spring, Fenton St / Sligo Ave | 1 transfer | |
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Compare bus, train, 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 Newark, NJ to Silver Spring, MD run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 193 miles (311 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 193 miles (311 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Whole blue crabs steamed and heavily seasoned with Old Bay, a beloved Maryland seafood tradition tied to local summer gatherings.
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Moderate by U.S. standards. Casual meals are manageable, but rents and full-service dining are pricier due to the Washington, DC area.
Tip 18-20% at sit-down restaurants. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip delivery drivers and hotel staff.
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