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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
$32
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Potomac, MD 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 Potomac, MD to New York, NY will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 2 buses that leave Potomac, MD for New York, NY on Sat, Aug 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 15 the direct buses cover the 332 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Sat, Aug 15 the slowest buses will take 6 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Potomac, MD to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $70.
Distance: 206 miles (332 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price | $165 Average price | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Potomac, MD to New York, NY:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potomac, MD to New York, NY costing on average $57 (€47).
A bus is $126 (€102) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Potomac, MD to New York, NY costing on average $165 (€134).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 25m.
Bus takes on average 4h 1m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $100 (€81) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $60 (€49). The journey takes 4h 1m versus 3h 43m 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 FlixBus, Go Buses, Infobus.
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 OurBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:26AM | Duration 4h06 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Potomac, MD to New York, NY buses for today, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Line, Inc. (Martz) DOT # 120818 MC # 108452 | 8:30 AM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 4h40 | 1:10 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters via Tripper Bus DOT-110308 MC-128577 | 9:10 AM Arlington, Wilson Blvd (MDistrict Park 1101 Wilson), VA | 5h05 | 2:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gold Line, Inc. (Martz) DOT # 120818 MC # 108452 | 9:30 AM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 4h15 | 1:45 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters via Tripper Bus DOT-110308 MC-128577 | 10:10 AM Bethesda, MD (7101 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD (Between Willow Ln and Leland St.)), MD | 4h05 | 2:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577 | 11:00 AM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 4h30 | 3:30 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577 | 12:30 PM Alexandria, Cameron Street (King St Metro Station), VA | 4h30 | 5:00 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577 | 1:00 PM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 4h00 | 5:00 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073 | 3:00 PM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 5h00 | 8:00 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters via Tripper Bus DOT-110308 MC-128577 | 3:30 PM Arlington, Wilson Blvd (MDistrict Park 1101 Wilson), VA | 5h00 | 8:30 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters via Tripper Bus DOT-110308 MC-128577 | 3:30 PM Arlington, Wilson Blvd (MDistrict Park 1101 Wilson), VA | 5h45 | 9:15 PM New York, Brooklyn - Empire Blvd (Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters via Tripper Bus DOT-110308 MC-128577 | 4:30 PM Bethesda, MD (7101 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD (Between Willow Ln and Leland St.)), MD | 4h45 | 9:15 PM New York, Brooklyn - Empire Blvd (Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters via Tripper Bus DOT-110308 MC-128577 | 4:30 PM Bethesda, MD (7101 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD (Between Willow Ln and Leland St.)), MD | 4h00 | 8:30 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100 | 5:00 PM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 5h40 | 10:40 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073 | 6:00 PM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 4h10 | 10:10 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
Swift Buses Inc 3531549 MC-1175863 | 9:00 PM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 4h45 | 1:45 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Potomac, MD to New York, NY run on average 57 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by train.
There are 50 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 206 miles (332 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 206 miles (332 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 57 |
Direct buses 50 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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 Potomac, MD 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 Potomac, MD to New York, NY buses use the Washington, Columbus Circle, Union 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 Potomac, MD and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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, 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, 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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