The cheapest and fastest buses from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
315 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 5 buses that leave Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ for South Station, Boston, MA on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 315 km distance in an average of 5 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €46.
Distance: 195 miles (315 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€39 Average price Cheapest | €91 Average price | €120 Average price |
5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Live departures
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:30 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 5h05 | 6:35 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:55 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h55 | 11:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 11:30 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h25 | 3:55 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA
Buses from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 195 miles (315 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 195 miles (315 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus, Go Buses, Infobus, NJ Transit from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MAYou can travel by bus between Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA with Greyhound, FlixBus, Go Buses, Infobus, NJ Transit for as low as $29 (€24). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, 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 South Station, Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Go Buses
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Space for wheelchairs.
- 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
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Go Buses
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Go Buses
- One carry-on bag and one checked bag up to 23kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- Go Buses
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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