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Routes16
Trips per day39
bus lines4
Stations3

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About Wilkes-Barre

Wilkes-Barre is a Pennsylvania city surrounded by the Pocono Mountains. Like much of the Poconos, Wilkes-Barre has its fair share of resorts, outdoor adventure, and entertainment options. Slip down rocky slides and soak in glacial meltwater "tubs" at Kirby Park and Seven Tubs Nature Area, or enjoy the urban greenery at the River Common. Coal mining put Wilkes-Barre on the map, and you can imagine what life was like in the 19th-century boom by visiting Eckley Miners' Village in Luzerne County.

Nightlife in Wilkes-Barre is exciting, and it all starts at the Mohegan Sun Pocono, a casino resort and racetrack. Test your luck on the slots, cards, or horse races, or simply enjoy the luxurious dining options and spa on-site. Downtown Wilkes-Barre also has solid restaurants and bars to choose from.

Although Amtrak trains do not stop in Wilkes-Barre, Amtrak Thruway buses connect the city to Philadelphia, where you can transfer to several of Philly's rail lines. Plus, Fullington Trailways and Martz operate intercity bus service to Wilkes-Barre from Scranton, Delaware Water Gap, New York, and more. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is convenient to reach from town and offers flights on several major airlines.

What bus companies travel to Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania?

Located in Pennsylvania, Wilkes-Barre is accessible by bus from 16 other cities. You can choose from 39 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Wilkes-Barre on Wanderu. OurBus usually has the most buses on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Wilkes-Barre are also available..

Bus companies serving Wilkes-Barre

BusRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Fullington Trailways369h 35m$97.40
OurBus101h 56m$52.65
Martz72h 59m$81.81
Amtrak Thruway23h 5m$83.48
  • Originally founded in 1908, Fullington Trailways is one of the oldest transportation companies in the United States. Today, it's one of the leading intercity bus carriers within the Trailways network and provides cheap, reliable bus service to several metropolitan destinations, including New York City and Philadelphia. All coaches are equipped with clean restrooms, and Fullington Trailways earned a 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for their helpful crew.

  • OurBus is an intercity bus company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap bus tickets to some of the most popular cities in the United States. All OurBus coaches come equipped with a generous roster of amenities, including extra legroom, freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap bus tickets, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

  • Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities.

Which bus carrier has the best service to Wilkes-Barre?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Wilkes-Barre by bus with Martz giving them a 4.8 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that Martz had the most comfortable bus service to Wilkes-Barre taking into account the seats and amenities that Martz offers. They rate Martz a 4.7 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.

If you are looking to arrive to Wilkes-Barre punctually, travelers suggest that Martz has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Wilkes-Barre, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

$20.85 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Wilkes-Barre, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Wilkes-Barre. In the last month, buses from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre had the lowest average price at $20.85.

The busiest bus station in Wilkes-Barre is Martz Bus Terminal. There are several other active stations in addition to this main station. The most popular bus stations in Wilkes-Barre are:

  • Martz Bus Terminal
  • Wilkes-Barre
  • Intermodal Transp Ctr
Wilkes-Barre ranks number 28 among most popular bus destinations in the region. It also ranks number 749 in United States. Wilkes-Barre ranks number 17 in the region in terms of the number of destinations that connect to Wilkes-Barre via bus service. On average 39 direct daily bus trips serve Wilkes-Barre.
The population of Wilkes-Barre is 40780. Wilkes-Barre ranks number 21 in terms of population in Pennsylvania and number 690 in all of United States.
Bus tickets to Wilkes-Barre range from $21 for a short trip to Wilkes-Barre, while a 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Wilkes-Barre starts at , and a longer trip by bus to Wilkes-Barre can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $79.
People who take the bus to Wilkes-Barre are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a bus last minute make taking a bus to Wilkes-Barre easy whether you're planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest bus station to the city center of Wilkes-Barre is Wilkes-Barre, located just 0.1 miles away. Select Wilkes-Barre as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Wilkes-Barre. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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