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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
zł271
Average price
zł374
Fastest journey
14 h 5 m
Average duration
14 h 38 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
747 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Winston Salem, NC 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 Winston Salem, NC to New York, NY will cost around zł374 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł271.
Of the 3 buses that leave Winston Salem, NC for New York, NY on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 747 km distance in an average of 14 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 5 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 14 h 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.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Winston Salem, NC to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł271. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł271, and a train costs an average of zł412.
Distance: 464 miles (747 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł421 Average price Cheapest | zł630 Average price | zł807 Average price | zł625 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 27m Average total duration 13h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Winston Salem, NC to New York, NY:
A bus is zł209 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Winston Salem, NC to New York, NY costing on average zł630.
A bus is zł387 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Winston Salem, NC to New York, NY costing on average zł807.
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 40m.
Bus takes on average 13h 57m.
Tickets start at around zł421 compared to roughly zł625 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł204. The journey takes 13h 57m versus 9h 1m 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 Greyhound, Wanda Coach.
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 Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price zł339 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price zł395 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł293 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price zł339 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł271 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price zł445 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price zł369 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price zł337 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price zł339 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price zł498 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price zł432 |
The table below shows live departures for Winston Salem, NC to New York, NY buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· + FlixBus | 11:50 AM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 13h50 | 1:40 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2 transfers | |
· · | 11:50 AM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 20h00 | 7:50 AM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 2 transfers | |
· | 11:50 AM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 12h30 | 12:20 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:55 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 14h05 | 5:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 4:35 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 17h25 | 10:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3 transfers | |
+ FlixBus | 4:35 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 15h15 | 7:50 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus+![]() | 4:35 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 16h35 | 9:10 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus+ · | 4:35 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 19h00 | 11:35 AM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 3 transfers | |
+ FlixBus+ · | 4:35 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 17h25 | 10:00 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
· · | 5:55 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 16h50 | 10:45 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
· · · | 5:55 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 18h15 | 12:10 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 5:55 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 18h00 | 11:55 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 2 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 5:55 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 17h35 | 11:30 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 5:55 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 18h20 | 12:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 20h55 | 2:50 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:10 AM Winston Salem, NC | 14h55 | 2:05 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:10 PM Winston Salem, NC | 14h55 | 3:05 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Winston Salem, NC to New York, NY run on average 18 times per day, taking around 13h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at zł271 but you can travel from only zł145 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 464 miles (747 km) distance in 14h 5m.
Distance 464 miles (747 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price zł271 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 5m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 84 days |
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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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Most Winston Salem, NC to New York, NY buses use the Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus 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 Winston Salem, NC and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station). ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station): Station accessible for disabled passengers with ramps.
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, George Washington Bridge Bus Station is 16 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries within the station including fast food.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station. ATMs are available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station.
Available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
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