- 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
$29
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Somerville, MA 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 Somerville, MA to New York, NY will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 11 buses that leave Somerville, MA for New York, NY on Sun, Jun 21, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 305 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.
DPV TRANSPORTATION DOT # 1672926 MC # 645554
Ivy Tours & Travels Inc 4201908 MC-1621196
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883
Ivy Tours & Travels Inc 4201908 MC-1621196
DPV TRANSPORTATION DOT # 1672926 MC # 645554
Best Tours & Charter Inc USDOT-4056127 MC-1538096
FOUR SEASON TOUR LLC 4521756 MC1791680
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Somerville, MA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $145.
Distance: 189 miles (305 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price | $248 Average price | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Somerville, MA to New York, NY:
A bus is $85 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Somerville, MA to New York, NY costing on average $126 (€103).
A bus is $206 (€169) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Somerville, MA to New York, NY costing on average $248 (€203).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 0m.
Bus takes on average 4h 19m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€34) compared to roughly $68 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€22). The journey takes 4h 19m versus 4h 4m 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 Go Buses.
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 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Go Buses | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Somerville, MA to New York, NY buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Coach Express MA Inc. DOT# 2836400 MC-949071 | 3:00 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 7:30 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
DPV TRANSPORTATION DOT # 1672926 MC # 645554 | 6:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h00 | 10:00 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883 | 9:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 1:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255 | 10:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h20 | 2:20 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883 | 11:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255 | 12:00 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h25 | 4:25 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883 | 1:00 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 5:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255 | 2:00 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 4h30 | 6:30 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Somerville, MA to New York, NY run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 189 miles (305 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 189 miles (305 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
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Discover the best of New York — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New York trip today.
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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