- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum Of Art
One of the world's great museums, spanning ancient to modern art across a vast Fifth Avenue complex beside Central Park.
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA to New York, NY will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 12 buses that leave Scranton, PA for New York, NY on Tue, May 26, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Scranton, PA 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 bus which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a bus costs an average of $27.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $42 (€34) compared to roughly $46 (€37) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€3). The journey takes 3h 7m versus 2h 8m 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, Greyhound, Martz Bus.
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 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:58PM | Duration 12h58 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
The table below shows live departures for Scranton, PA to New York, NY buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:15 PM Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA | 2h15 | 9:30 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA | 2h20 | 11:20 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 3:35 AM Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA | 3h00 | 6:35 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
8201 AMTRAK · 176 Northeast Regional | 6:00 AM Scranton, PA | 12h58 | 6:58 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
8201 AMTRAK · 56 Vermonter | 6:00 AM Scranton, PA | 5h21 | 11:21 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
8201 AMTRAK · 134 Northeast Regional | 6:00 AM Scranton, PA | 9h20 | 3:20 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
8201 AMTRAK · 86 Northeast Regional | 6:00 AM Scranton, PA | 6h15 | 12:15 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
8201 AMTRAK · 174 Northeast Regional | 6:00 AM Scranton, PA | 8h14 | 2:14 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:15 AM Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA | 2h30 | 8:45 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 AM Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center | 2h30 | 9:10 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA | 2h30 | 1:35 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA | 2h45 | 4:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Scranton, PA to New York, NY run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 11:05 PM |
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One of the world's great museums, spanning ancient to modern art across a vast Fifth Avenue complex beside Central Park.
A leading modern and contemporary art museum with iconic works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many major twentieth-century artists.
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The city's most famous park, with lakes, meadows, bridges, and countless walking routes in the middle of Manhattan.
The bright commercial crossroads of Midtown, packed with giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy day and night.
An elevated linear park built on a former rail line, known for Hudson views, landscaping, and strong social media appeal.
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A chewy boiled-and-baked bagel topped with cream cheese and smoked salmon. It reflects the city's Jewish deli heritage and is a classic New York breakfast.
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Legendary Lower East Side deli famous for pastrami sandwiches, classic Jewish deli fare, and a lively old New York atmosphere.
Well-known spot for bagels, smoked fish, and Jewish appetizing classics in a polished but relaxed setting.
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Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up or 10-15% for taxis, and tip hotel staff.
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