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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 on Sep 20
$88
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$127
Fastest journey on Sep 20
8 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
11 h 51 m
Buses on Sep 20
7
Distance
486 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Petersburg, VA 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 Petersburg, VA to New York, NY will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 7 buses from Petersburg, VA to New York, NY, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 486 km distance in an average of 11 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 14 h 10 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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· Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Petersburg, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $123 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $123, while a flight costs an average of $491.
Distance: 301 miles (486 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$123 Average price Cheapest | $237 Average price | $491 Average price | $131 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 28m Average total duration 10h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration 7h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Petersburg, VA to New York, NY:
A bus is $114 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Petersburg, VA to New York, NY costing on average $237.
A bus is $369 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Petersburg, VA to New York, NY costing on average $491.
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 12m.
Bus takes on average 10h 58m.
Tickets start at around $123 compared to roughly $131 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $8. The journey takes 10h 58m versus 6h 2m 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, CoachRun.
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 |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
The table below shows live departures for Petersburg, VA to New York, NY buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 AM Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center) | 9h30 | 5:40 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center) | 8h35 | 10:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 9:20 PM Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center) | 14h35 | 11:55 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 1 transfer | |
· | 9:20 PM Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center) | 13h25 | 10:45 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
· + FlixBus | 9:20 PM Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center) | 14h55 | 12:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 9:20 PM Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center) | 14h10 | 11:30 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 9:20 PM Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center) | 13h35 | 10:55 AM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Petersburg, VA to New York, NY run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 301 miles (486 km) distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 301 miles (486 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 2 days |
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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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Most Petersburg, VA to New York, NY buses use the Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center) to New York, Port Authority Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.. Use this guide to compare Petersburg, VA and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center). ATMs are available at Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center).
Ticket office support is available at Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center).
Available at Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Petersburg, W Washington St (Petersburg Transit Center): Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
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, 28 Allen St. is 1 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, 28 Allen St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Various dining options nearby on Allen St.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, 28 Allen St.. ATMs are available at New York, 28 Allen St..
Ticket office support is available at New York, 28 Allen St..
Available at New York, 28 Allen St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, 28 Allen St.: Ramp access available for buses.
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