Question 1

Is there a train from New York City to Atlantic City?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, there is no Amtrak service from New York City to Atlantic City. The closest you can get via Amtrak is to take a train to Philadelphia, then transfer to a bus from there. Taking a direct bus for the full trip is more time-efficient, and a better deal (that train-bus combo is likely to run you around $81).

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Atlantic City. 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, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

Question 4

What bus companies travel from New York to Atlantic City?

Accepted Answer

There is one bus company that operates from New York to Atlantic City. Greyhound is the only company that connects the two cities by bus. Fortunately, it has multiple scheduled buses per day, so travelers still have a good amount of choice and flexibility.

Question 5

How much does a bus ticket from New York to Atlantic City cost?

Accepted Answer

The average bus ticket price from New York to Atlantic City is $38.04. That price is based on the daily average cost for all bus trips from New York to Atlantic City in the last 30 days. Any tickets cheaper than $38.04 can be considered a great deal. You are very likely to find a bus ticket at this price or lower if you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Question 6

How many buses are there each day?

Accepted Answer

There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Atlantic City 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 New York to New Jersey without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Atlantic City; ticket prices start at $37.73.

Question 7

How far is Atlantic City from New York?

Accepted Answer

Atlantic City is approximately 96 miles (154 kilometers) south of New York City. By bus, it takes an average of 2 hours and 40 minutes to get to Atlantic City, but with clear weather and traffic conditions, you can get there in as fast as 2 hours and 20 minutes.

Question 8

When do the earliest and latest buses leave New York?

Accepted Answer

The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New York to Atlantic City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 9

Where does the bus arrive in Atlantic City?

Accepted Answer

All buses from New York arrive at one main station in Atlantic City, New Jersey:

Question 10

Where does the bus leave from in New York?

Accepted Answer

New York, New York has two bus stations with service to Atlantic City, New Jersey:

Question 11

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York to Atlantic City 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 15 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $6.25 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 12

Average prices by travel date

Accepted Answer

Over the next four weeks, the average daily price of New York to Atlantic City bus tickets is expected to range from 27 to 35. If you are looking to travel to Atlantic City within the next week, you can find bus tickets as cheap as 32.
As of today, the next cheapest bus trip from New York to Atlantic City is on 2021-03-27 and it costs 27. Just search on Wanderu for New York to Atlantic City 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

Accepted Answer

If you are trying to decide when to travel from New York to Atlantic City by bus so you can score the best possible deal, your best bet would be to plan your trip for 3. That’s when the average price for a bus ticket is expected to be just 21 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from New York to Atlantic City in 8, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price usually surges to 26 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you have a high chance of scoring a ticket at a lower price.

Cheapest price	$38.04
Fastest time	2h 25m
Trips per day	5
Bus lines	1

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