4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY
Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$180
Fastest journey
19 h 50 m
Average duration
20 h 49 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
1031 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY will cost around $180 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.
It's difficult to get from Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY without transferring at least once.
· 1:45 AM20h15Newark, Penn Station10:00 PMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1701One-way1 transfer- · · 4:20 PM19h50Newark, Penn Station12:10 PMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1731One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus+11:35 PM22h15Newark, Penn Station9:50 PMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1781One-way2 transfers- FlixBus+ · 10:00 AM20h55Newark, Penn Station6:55 AMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1981One-way2 transfers
- · · 4:20 PM19h50Newark, Penn Station12:10 PMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1731One-way2 transfers
- · 1:45 AM20h15Newark, Penn Station10:00 PMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1701One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus+ · 10:00 AM20h55Newark, Penn Station6:55 AMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1981One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus+11:35 PM22h15Newark, Penn Station9:50 PMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1781One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $94. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $94, and a flight costs an average of $190.
Distance: 640 miles (1031 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$190 Average price Cheapest | $325 Average price | $278 Average price |
21h 39m Average total duration 21h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 16m Average total duration 34h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY:
A bus is $88 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY costing on average $278 (€228).
A bus is $135 (€110) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY costing on average $325 (€266).
Other travel options to Louisville, KY take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 9m.
Train takes on average 34h 46m.
Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Live departures
Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| · | 1:45 AM Newark, Penn Station | 20h15 | 10:00 PM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY
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Buses from Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 21h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $94 (€77) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:10, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 640 miles (1031 km) distance in 19h 45m.
Distance 640 miles (1031 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€77) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 19h 45m |
First bus 2:10 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
FAQs: Bus from Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular bus stations from Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY
Most Newark, NJ to Louisville, KY buses use the Newark, Penn Station to Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Newark, NJ and Louisville, KY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Newark, Penn Station from Newark city centre
Getting to Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) from Louisville city centre
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