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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
28 m
Buses per day
43
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newark, NJ to New York, NY 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 New York, NY will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 43 buses that leave Newark, NJ for New York, NY on Sun, Aug 23, 43 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 23 the direct buses cover the 14 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sun, Aug 23 the slowest buses will take 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 8 miles (14 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€9 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to New York, NY:
A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Newark, NJ to New York, NY costing on average €9.
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
Tickets start at around €9 compared to roughly €25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €15. The journey takes 30m versus 29m 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, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Fullington Trailways, Trailways.
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 12:05AM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Fullington Trailways | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to New York, NY buses for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:15 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 6:45 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 7:15 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 7:35 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h50 | 8:10 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 7:50 AM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h40 | 8:50 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 10:00 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 10:45 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 10:50 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h40 | 12:10 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 12:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:10 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 12:40 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
PPB 8708P | 12:40 PM Newark Station (NJ 07102), NJ | 0h35 | 1:15 PM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h35 | 1:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:30 PM Newark, NJ | 0h30 | 8:00 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h35 | 2:10 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h50 | 3:05 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h45 | 3:15 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:25 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h35 | 4:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h40 | 4:25 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1h15 | 5:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h50 | 4:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h40 | 5:45 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 6:45 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h35 | 7:10 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h40 | 7:20 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FAB 10 | 7:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 8:00 PM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 8:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h45 | 8:30 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 9:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
PPB 8741P | 8:55 PM Newark Station (NJ 07102), NJ | 0h35 | 9:30 PM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0h35 | 11:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:05 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h35 | 12:40 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 12:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 1:40 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h20 | 2:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 2:35 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 4:40 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 5:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h30 | 6:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h35 | 6:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h40 | 6:35 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0h40 | 6:40 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Newark, NJ to New York, NY run on average 34 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 34 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 8 miles (14 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 8 miles (14 km) |
Average bus duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of New York, NY — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New York, NY trip today.
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Leading museum of modern and contemporary art, home to influential works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major American art museum inside a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Its spiral galleries make the building itself part of the experience.
Vast urban park with lakes, meadows, museums, and scenic paths. It is the city’s classic outdoor escape and a true must-see.
Elevated park built on a former rail line, offering gardens, public art, and fresh perspectives on the West Side.
Bright, busy crossroads famous for giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy. It is overwhelming, iconic, and quintessentially New York.
A thin, foldable slice with crisp crust and tangy tomato sauce. It is the city’s iconic fast meal, shaped by generations of neighborhood pizzerias.
A hand-rolled boiled and baked bagel, often topped with cream cheese and lox. New York water and long-standing bagel shops made it a city staple.
Salt-cured beef steamed until tender, usually served on rye with mustard. It is a classic Jewish deli sandwich strongly tied to New York food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant highlighting contemporary American cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant setting and one of the city’s landmark tables.
Legendary coal-oven pizzeria serving classic New York pies in a casual, bustling setting. A long-standing favorite for an old-school slice experience.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami sandwiches and classic counter service. Busy, traditional, and deeply tied to Lower East Side food culture.
Very high costs for hotels, dining, and attractions; transit is moderate, but overall NYC is pricier than most US and global city breaks.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis: 15-20%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2 for drinks.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newark, NJ to New York, NY buses use the Newark, Penn Station to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. station pair, with some services arriving at New York, Port Authority Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Newark, NJ and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Newark, Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and coffee shops on site.
Free wifi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM machines located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Newark, Penn Station.
Available at Newark, Penn Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark, Penn Station: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Newark has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Newark. ATMs are available at Newark.
Ticket office support is available at Newark.
Available at Newark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark: Wheelchair accessible entry and seating available.
New York, Port Authority Bus Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Port Authority Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station.
Available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station is 16 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries within the station including fast food.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station. ATMs are available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station.
Available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
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