The cheapest and fastest buses from Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$146
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 50 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
631 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME 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 Bangor, ME will cost around $146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
It's difficult to get from Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME without transferring at least once.
· 11:30 AM12h29Newark, Penn Station11:59 PMBangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride), ME$1061One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:30 PM11h15Newark, Penn Station9:45 AMUMA Bangor, ME$1371One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:30 PM11h10Newark, Penn Station9:40 AMBangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride), ME$1371One-way1 transfer
66 Northeast Regional · 8254 AMTRAK4:48 AM12h27Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ5:15 PMBangor, ME$2061One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:30 PM11h10Newark, Penn Station9:40 AMBangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride), ME$1371One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:30 PM11h15Newark, Penn Station9:45 AMUMA Bangor, ME$1371One-way1 transfer
66 Northeast Regional · 8254 AMTRAK4:48 AM12h27Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ5:15 PMBangor, ME$2061One-way1 transfer
· 11:30 AM12h29Newark, Penn Station11:59 PMBangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride), ME$1061One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $258.
Distance: 392 miles (631 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$113 Average price Cheapest | $225 Average price | $372 Average price |
15h 53m Average total duration 15h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME:
A bus is $112 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME costing on average $225 (€185).
A bus is $259 (€213) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME costing on average $372 (€306).
Other travel options to Bangor, ME take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 52m.
Bus takes on average 15h 23m.
Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:48AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 12h27 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 12h29 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
Live departures
Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME buses for today, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· | 11:30 AM Newark, Penn Station | 12h29 | 11:59 PM Bangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride), ME | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 11h15 | 9:45 AM UMA Bangor, ME | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 11h10 | 9:40 AM Bangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride), ME | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 27 | |||||
66 Northeast Regional · 8254 AMTRAK | 4:48 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 12h27 | 5:15 PM Bangor, ME | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME
Buses from Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€48) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:56, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 392 miles (631 km) distance in 12h 29m.
Distance 392 miles (631 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€48) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 12h 29m |
First bus 1:56 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 21 days |
FAQs: Bus from Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME 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 Bangor, ME, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular bus stations from Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME
Most Newark, NJ to Bangor, ME buses use the Newark, Penn Station to Bangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride) station pair. Use this guide to compare Newark, NJ and Bangor, ME bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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