- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum Of Art
One of the world's great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue campus.
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ocean City, 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 Ocean City, NJ to New York, NY will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 10 buses that leave Ocean City, NJ for New York, NY on Thu, Jul 02, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct buses cover the 167 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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.
Fullington Trailways DOT# 120909 MC# 2796
Coach Express MA Inc. DOT# 2836400 MC-949071
Coach Express MA Inc. DOT# 2836400 MC-949071
Coach Express MA Inc. DOT# 2836400 MC-949071
Fullington Trailways & Rideshare vehicle (Jersey Shore connection service operated by rideshare vehicle in South Jersey) DOT# 120909 MC# 2796
Fullington Trailways DOT# 120909 MC# 2796
Fullington Trailways & Rideshare vehicle (Jersey Shore connection service operated by rideshare vehicle in South Jersey) DOT# 120909 MC# 2796
Coach Express MA Inc. DOT# 2836400 MC-949071
Coach Express MA Inc. DOT# 2836400 MC-949071
Fullington Trailways & Rideshare vehicle (Jersey Shore connection service operated by rideshare vehicle in South Jersey) DOT# 120909 MC# 2796Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ocean City, NJ to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $112.
Distance: 103 miles (167 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $258 Average price | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 13m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ocean City, NJ to New York, NY:
A bus is $224 (€185) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ocean City, NJ to New York, NY costing on average $258 (€212).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Flight takes on average 9h 13m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $60 (€50) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $27 (€22). The journey takes 2h 55m versus 2h 6m 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, Infobus, NJ Transit.
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 Greyhound | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:39AM | Duration 3h09 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
The table below shows live departures for Ocean City, NJ to New York, NY buses for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Fullington Trailways & Rideshare vehicle (Jersey Shore connection service operated by rideshare vehicle in South Jersey) DOT# 120909 MC# 2796 | 5:45 PM Ocean City, Atlantic Avenue / Moorlyn Terrace, NJ | 3h15 | 9:00 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Fullington Trailways & Rideshare vehicle (Jersey Shore connection service operated by rideshare vehicle in South Jersey) DOT# 120909 MC# 2796 | 5:55 PM Margate City, Ventnor Ave / Washington Ave, NJ | 3h05 | 9:00 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Fullington Trailways & Rideshare vehicle (Jersey Shore connection service operated by rideshare vehicle in South Jersey) DOT# 120909 MC# 2796 | 6:05 PM Ventnor City, Ventnor Avenue / S Weymouth Avenue (Wawa), NJ | 2h55 | 9:00 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Fullington Trailways DOT# 120909 MC# 2796 | 6:15 PM Atlantic City, Pacific Avenue (Tropicana Bus Depot), NJ | 2h45 | 9:00 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Coach Express MA Inc. DOT# 2836400 MC-949071 | 10:30 PM Atlantic City, Pacific Avenue (Tropicana Bus Depot), NJ | 3h09 | 1:39 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Coach Express MA & Rideshare vehicle (Jersey Shore connection service operated by rideshare vehicle in South Jersey) DOT 2836400 MC 949071 | 12:45 PM Ocean City, Atlantic Avenue / Moorlyn Terrace, NJ | 3h30 | 4:15 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Coach Express MA & Rideshare vehicle (Jersey Shore connection service operated by rideshare vehicle in South Jersey) DOT 2836400 MC 949071 | 12:55 PM Margate City, Ventnor Ave / Washington Ave, NJ | 3h20 | 4:15 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Coach Express MA & Rideshare vehicle (Jersey Shore connection service operated by rideshare vehicle in South Jersey) DOT 2836400 MC 949071 | 1:05 PM Ventnor City, Ventnor Avenue / S Weymouth Avenue (Wawa), NJ | 3h10 | 4:15 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Coach Express MA Inc. DOT# 2836400 MC-949071 | 1:15 PM Atlantic City, Pacific Avenue (Tropicana Bus Depot), NJ | 3h00 | 4:15 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ocean City, NJ to New York, NY run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 10:35 PM |
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One of the world's great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue campus.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum known for iconic works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major natural history museum with dinosaur halls, space exhibits, and family-friendly science collections.
The city's iconic urban park with lakes, paths, lawns, and landmarks spread across the heart of Manhattan.
World-famous entertainment crossroads known for giant screens, nonstop energy, and a classic New York atmosphere.
Elevated linear park built on a former rail line, with gardens, art, and distinctive Hudson-side views.
Large, thin-crust slices with a crisp edge and foldable center, sold in classic neighborhood pizzerias. It is one of the city’s most iconic everyday foods.
A classic New York bagel topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, and onion. It reflects the city’s Jewish deli and appetizing-store traditions.
Hand-carved cured beef piled onto rye bread, often served with mustard and a pickle. This deli staple is closely tied to New York’s immigrant food history.
Historic Manhattan steakhouse celebrated for mutton chop, steaks, and a refined classic New York atmosphere.
Legendary casual pizzeria known for classic New York-style slices with a no-frills neighborhood atmosphere.
Well-known spot for bagels, lox, smoked fish, and other Jewish appetizing classics in a polished but traditional setting.
New York is one of the priciest U.S. cities. Hotels, dining, and attractions are costly, though cheap eats and free sights help balance a budget.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bartenders: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis: 15-20%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Little or no tip for counter service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ocean City, 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 Ocean City, NJ to New York, NY buses use the Atlantic City, Pacific Ave / S Missouri Ave to New York, Port Authority Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street. Use this guide to compare Ocean City, NJ and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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