- 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 building.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, NJ to New York, NY will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 4 buses that leave Ridgewood, NJ for New York, NY on Tue, Jun 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 31 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 25 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 55 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.
FlixBus
ADT A531
ADT P707
ADT P707
ADT A531
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ridgewood, NJ to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ridgewood, NJ to New York, NY:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ridgewood, NJ to New York, NY costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 46m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Ridgewood, NJ to New York, NY buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 AM Ridgewood, Park & Ride (Southbound) | 0h25 | 1:55 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADT A531 | 11:15 AM Ridgewood, Park & Ride (Southbound) | 0h45 | 12:00 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADT P707 | 3:05 PM Ridgewood, Park & Ride (Southbound) | 0h35 | 3:40 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Ridgewood, Park & Ride (Southbound) | 0h55 | 5:45 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ridgewood, NJ to New York, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average bus duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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One of the world’s great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue building.
A leading modern and contemporary art museum with iconic works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
A major science museum famous for dinosaur halls, space exhibits, and family-friendly displays on the natural world.
The city’s essential urban park, ideal for walks, people-watching, famous views, and easy access to major museums.
A high-energy commercial crossroads known for giant screens, Broadway proximity, and classic first-time New York spectacle.
An elevated park built on a former rail line, popular for design, public art, Hudson views, and social media appeal.
Large, thin-crust pizza sold by the slice, known for its crisp yet foldable base. It is one of the city’s most iconic everyday foods.
A classic New York bagel topped with cream cheese, cured salmon, capers, and onion. It reflects the city’s strong Jewish deli tradition.
Hand-carved cured beef piled onto rye bread, usually with mustard. This deli staple is one of New York’s most famous sandwiches.
Well-known appetizing shop cafe serving bagels, smoked fish, caviar, and Jewish New York classics in a polished, historic style.
Historic Lower East Side deli famous for hand-carved pastrami sandwiches and classic Jewish deli fare in a lively, old-school setting.
Legendary pizzeria known for traditional New York slices and whole pies, with a long-standing reputation for quality ingredients and craftsmanship.
Accommodation, dining, and drinks are among the priciest in the US, though budget eats and free sights help control costs.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants and bars; 20%+ for excellent service. USD 1-2 per drink, round up taxis or tip 10-15%, and tip hotel staff.
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