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Wilkes-Barre to Elmira bus

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Wilkes-Barre - Elmira Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Wilkes-Barre to Elmira. Traveling by bus from Wilkes-Barre to Elmira usually takes around 8 hours and 57 minutes, but the fastest Fullington Trailways bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 35 minutes.

Distance75 mi (121 km)
Shortest duration4h 35m
Cheapest price$57.03
Most frequent serviceFullington Trailways
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Wilkes-Barre to Elmira?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Wilkes-Barre to Elmira. Fullington Trailways is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Fullington Trailways18h 57m$64.52
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 57 minutes to cover the 121 kilometers from Wilkes-Barre to Elmira. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Elmira at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

There is usually only one bus per day from Wilkes-Barre to Elmira. It leaves the station in Wilkes-Barre at 2:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one bus per day from Wilkes-Barre to Elmira. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.

City Information

Wilkes-Barre

Wilkes-Barre, PA, US - WKB-0

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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.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Wilkes-Barre?

Main departure station: Intermodal Transp Ctr

Most buses depart from the main station in Wilkes-Barre.

All bus stations in Wilkes-Barre:

  • Intermodal Transp Ctr

Where does the bus arrive in Elmira?

Main arrival station: Chemung County Transportation Center

All buses from Wilkes-Barre arrive at one main station in Elmira.

Bus stations in Elmira:

  • Chemung County Transportation Center

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