- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
One of the largest and most prestigious art museums in the world, featuring over two million works.
Cheapest price
$330
Average price
$417
Fastest journey
3 d 13 h 40 m
Average duration
3 d 14 h 49 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
3865 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA to New York, NY will cost around $417 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $330.
It's difficult to get from Seattle, WA to New York, NY without transferring at least 4 times.
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· · · Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $97. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 19h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $97, and a train costs an average of $258.
Distance: 2401 miles (3865 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$369 Average price | $851 Average price | $291 Average price Cheapest | $651 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
87h 56m Average total duration 87h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40h 31m Average total duration 40h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 34m Average total duration Fastest 19h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 41h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Seattle, WA to New York, NY:
A flight is $78 (€63) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Seattle, WA to New York, NY costing on average $369 (€298).
A flight is $560 (€453) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Seattle, WA to New York, NY costing on average $851 (€688).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 40h 1m.
Bus takes on average 87h 26m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 91h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $252 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 87h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $223 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 87h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $341 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 81h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $194 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 110h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $191 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 101h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 100h25 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 100h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $187 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 86h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 101h55 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 99h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $576 |
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to New York, NY buses for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ · · | 3:55 PM Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 | 101h55 | 12:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 3:55 PM Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 | 102h45 | 1:40 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 3:55 PM Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 | 108h55 | 7:50 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 3:55 PM Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 | 99h10 | 10:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 3:55 PM Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 | 110h10 | 9:05 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 10:40 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 87h10 | 4:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 10:40 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 85h40 | 3:20 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 10:40 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 87h25 | 5:05 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 10:40 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 87h20 | 5:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 10:40 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 86h30 | 4:10 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 10:40 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 91h50 | 9:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 5 transfers | |
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FlixBus+ · · | 2:40 PM Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 110h10 | 7:50 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 2:40 PM Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 102h10 | 11:50 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 2:40 PM Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 100h25 | 10:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 2:40 PM Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 103h10 | 12:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 2:40 PM Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 111h25 | 9:05 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 5 transfers | |
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Buses from Seattle, WA to New York, NY run on average 15 times per day, taking around 87h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $152 (€123) but you can travel from only $97 (€79) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 2401 miles (3865 km) distance in 85h 35m.
Distance 2401 miles (3865 km) |
Average bus duration 87h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $152 (€123) |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 85h 35m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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One of the largest and most prestigious art museums in the world, featuring over two million works.
Renowned for its collection of modern and contemporary art, including works by Van Gogh, Picasso, and Warhol.
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The iconic entertainment and commercial hub, famous for its brightly lit billboards.
A famous urban park offering scenic walking paths, gardens, and outdoor activities.
A thin-crust pizza known for its large, foldable slices, often topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella. It's iconic for its taste and convenience.
A bagel filled with cream cheese and smoked salmon (lox), often topped with capers and onions. A traditional New York breakfast.
A deli sandwich made with pastrami, mustard, and rye bread. It is a staple of Jewish delis in New York.
Located at MoMA, offering refined contemporary cuisine with a view of the sculpture garden.
A legendary deli known for its pastrami sandwiches and authentic New York atmosphere.
Renowned for its porterhouse steak, offering a no-nonsense dining experience for meat lovers.
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15-20% in restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, $1-2 per drink at bars.
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