Question 1

Why should you take the bus instead of flying?

Accepted Answer

Taking a bus from Boston to New York City is a significantly cheaper option than taking the train or flying. Bus tickets are often available for less than $20, while a train ticket averages over $100, and a flight typically runs between $150 and $250. The average duration of a bus ride from Boston to New York is around 4 hours, which is nearly the same length of time as taking an Amtrak Northeast Regional train. A direct flight is only about 1 hour and 20 minutes, but most airlines also recommend you arrive 90 minutes early for a domestic flight.

Question 2

Is it safe to travel by bus from Boston to New York during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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Our bus partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, bus carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all bus passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the bus.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 3

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

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Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in New York. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

Question 4

What bus companies travel from Boston to New York?

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There are multiple buses that travel from Boston to NYC, including Greyhound, Megabus, OurBus, and Peter Pan Bus. Here is what you should know about the 2 most popular bus lines:

Question 5

How much is a bus ticket from Boston to New York?

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Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, DKK 156.38 was the low point for bus fares from Boston to New York. Buses from New York to Boston are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than DKK 156.38 could be considered a great deal.
The best way to find cheap deals on bus tickets is by booking as early as possible, since most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. You should book at least 26 days in advance. By doing so, you could save DKK 57.48 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 6

How many buses are there each day?

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There are 10 scheduled buses that travel from Boston to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Massachusetts to New York without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Boston to New York; ticket prices start at DKK 181.40.

Question 7

How long is the bus ride?

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The bus usually takes around 4 hours and 30 minutes  to cover the 190 miles (306 kilometers) from Boston, MA to New York, NY. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 20 minutes.  In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the bus.

Question 8

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Boston?

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There are buses from Boston to NYC all throughout the day. The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus departs Boston at 6:00pm. This means that Boston to New York is an OK day trip if you depart early in the morning.
By catching the first morning bus from Boston, you’d make it to New York in ample time to grab lunch and catch a 2 pm or 3 pm matinee on Broadway before returning home. If you were to leave from Boston at 8 am, and wanted to return by 10 pm, you would have about six hours to spend in New York City.

Question 9

Where does the bus arrive in New York?

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All buses from Boston arrive at one main station in New York, New York:

Question 10

Where does the bus leave from in Boston?

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Most buses depart from the main station in Boston, Massachusetts:

Question 11

Prices as travel date approaches

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The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Boston to New York is by booking your trip as early as possible, as most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. That’s why you should book at least 26 days in advance. By doing so, you could save DKK 57.48 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 12

Average prices by travel date

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Over the next four weeks, the average daily price of Boston to New York bus tickets is expected to range from to . If you are looking to travel to New York within the next week, you can find bus tickets as cheap as .
As of today, the next cheapest bus trip from Boston to New York is on and it costs . Just search on Wanderu for Boston to New York bus trips using the form above and sort the results by cheapest to see the best available deals for the date on which you plan to hit the road.

Question 13

Monthly average prices

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Traveling from Boston to New York by bus will cost you about the same regardless of the time of year for which you plan your trip. In general, bus ticket prices for that route don’t fluctuate much throughout the year, so expect to pay around  whenever you decide to board the bus to New York.

Question 14

Need a return trip from New York to Boston?

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Question 15

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

Cheapest price	DKK 156.38
Shortest duration	4h 20m
Trips per day	10
Bus lines	2

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Greyhound	5	4h 54m	DKK 210.73
Peter Pan Lines	5	4h 22m	DKK 212.05

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