The cheapest and fastest buses from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Buses per day
19
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 $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 19 buses that leave Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ for South Station, Boston, MA on Fri, May 08, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 315 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 7672554:00 PM4h30New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street8:30 PMBoston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA$261One-way0 transfers
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 7672557:30 AM4h00New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street11:30 AMBoston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA$311One-way0 transfers
Ivy Tours & Travels Inc 4201908 MC-16211961:30 PM4h15New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street5:45 PMBoston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA$311One-way0 transfers
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 7672557:30 PM4h00New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street11:30 PMBoston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA$311One-way0 transfers
ROBERT TOURS LLC DOT # 2866907 9605828:00 AM5h30Jersey City, Washington Blvd (Newport railway station), NJ1:30 PMBoston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA$461One-way0 transfers
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 7672557:30 PM4h00New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street11:30 PMBoston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA$311One-way0 transfers
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 7672557:30 AM4h00New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street11:30 AMBoston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA$311One-way0 transfers
Ivy Tours & Travels Inc 4201908 MC-16211961:30 PM4h15New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street5:45 PMBoston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA$311One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 AM4h30Newark, Penn Station12:00 PMBoston, Bus Terminal South Station$521One-way0 transfers
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 7672554:00 PM4h30New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street8:30 PMBoston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA$261One-way0 transfers
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 $30. 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 $30, and a flight costs an average of $55.
Distance: 195 miles (315 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$49 Average price Cheapest | $106 Average price | $164 Average price | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA:
A bus is $57 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA costing on average $106 (€85).
A bus is $114 (€91) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA costing on average $164 (€131).
Other travel options to South Station, Boston, MA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 37m.
Train takes on average 4h 43m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€39) compared to roughly $74 (€59) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24 (€19). The journey takes 4h 37m versus 3h 47m 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, Go Buses, Infobus.
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.
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South Station, Boston, MA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
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, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 5:55 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h55 | 12:50 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 3:30 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 7h35 | 11:05 AM 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 15 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 195 miles (315 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 195 miles (315 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 3:30 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus, Go Buses, Infobus, Trailways 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, Trailways for as low as $30 (€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.

- Go Buses
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Space for wheelchairs.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Go Buses
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- 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.
- Go Buses
- One carry-on bag and one checked bag up to 23kg.
- 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).
- Go Buses
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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