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About Martz Trailways

Martz Trailways, operated by the Martz Group, is a family-owned bus company with headquarters in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Martz Trailways offers intercity bus service to 6 cities, from the Poconos Mountains to destinations like New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC.

Founded in 1908 by Frank Martz Sr. as the White Transit Co., the company originally provided transportation between mining towns in the Coal Region of Northeastern Pennsylvania. By 1922, the company evolved into the newly-formed Frank Martz Coach Co. to offer intercity bus service throughout the Northeast. As the company grew, Martz helped establish the National Trailways Bus System, a network of more than 70 bus carriers that together connect bus service across the United States.

Across all of Martz Trailways' 31 routes, the carrier’s comfortable buses are equipped with power outlets and free WiFi, as well as onboard restrooms. Martz Trailways usually operates 86 trips each day, with bus ticket prices ranging from $16.45 to $149.40 depending on the route.

Martz Trailways is an official Wanderu partner, making it easy to find all Martz bus schedules and book the best available bus ticket for your travels. Plus, when you book on Wanderu, you know you'll score the best deal on Martz Trailways bus tickets, totally hassle-free.

**2023**   
 #1 Best Ground Travel Provider in the Mid-Atlantic   
 #2 Most Helpful Crew   
 #3 Best Ground Travel Provider in the United States   
 #3 Best Safety Measures   
 #4 Best On-Time Performance   
 **2022**   
 #1 Best On-Time Performance

2023
#1 Best Ground Travel Provider in the Mid-Atlantic
#2 Most Helpful Crew
#3 Best Ground Travel Provider in the United States
#3 Best Safety Measures
#4 Best On-Time Performance
2022
#1 Best On-Time Performance

Martz Trailways Amenities

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Martz Trailways bus coverage

Daily Trips86
stations7
cities6
countries1

What travelers are saying about Martz Trailways

Here’s what Wanderu users who have booked trips with Martz Trailways had to say about their travel experience.

Traveling During COVID-19

"Even in the pandemic, the bus felt clean and safe."
based on 20 reviews

Onboard Experience

"It was nice to have wifi."
based on 8 reviews
"The driver got us there safely."
based on 21 reviews
"The tickets were affordable for good service."
based on 21 reviews
"The drivers were committed to being on time."
based on 24 reviews
"My seat was surprisingly comfortable."
based on 19 reviews
"The cleanliness was very good."
based on 25 reviews

Martz Trailways reviews from Wanderu customers

Overall review score for Martz Trailways

(Based on 26 reviews)

4.5
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort

3.9

Timeliness

4.9

Staff

4.4

Value

3.2

Condition

4.7

Martz Trailways passenger reviews

5.0

tamara

July 2, 2022- Visiting family

New York to Delaware Water Gap

Pros: Driver. Cons: Spacing of travelers.

5.0

Derwin

June 25, 2022- Visiting friends

New York to Scranton

Pros: The smooth ride. Cons: Seating could be more spacious. Tips: Earphones & neck pillow is a must!

5.0

kiran

June 20, 2022- Visiting family

Scranton to New York

Pros: . Cons: . Tips: .

5.0

Mandy

June 20, 2022- Visiting friends

Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia

Pros: It was ok. Cons: There was no wifi. Tips: Bring a snack and a neck pillow.

5.0

Melinda

May 23, 2022- Solo travel

Allentown to Philadelphia

Pros: Everything. Cons: Nothing. Tips: no.

Martz Trailways Routes & Network

Martz Trailways’s bus network features 31 bus routes that connect 6 cities serving 7 stations. On average, Martz Trailways performs about 86 bus trips every day. The top cities to which Martz Trailways offers the highest number of daily bus service include Wilkes-Barre and Washington.

Top Cities Served by Martz Trailways

CityRouteEarliest busLatest bus
New York188:30 am12:45 am
Scranton215:55 am4:30 am
Allentown1810:05 am10:05 am
Philadelphia2310:05 am12:20 pm
Delaware Water Gap2111:45 am4:30 am
Wilkes-Barre215:55 am4:30 am
Washington1310:05 am12:45 am

Most popular Martz Trailways routes

The bus from Wilkes-Barre to Washington is Martz Trailways’s most popular route. Trips from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre and Delaware Water Gap to Washington are also highly popular.

Top Martz Trailways routes

RouteDaily TripsDurationPrice
Wilkes-Barre to Washington510h 36m$59
Scranton to Wilkes-Barre60h 41m$16
Delaware Water Gap to Washington48h 40m$37
Scranton to Washington59h 59m$62
Philadelphia to Wilkes-Barre23h 52m$67
Philadelphia to Scranton23h 22m$67
New York to Wilkes-Barre73h 18m$89
New York to Delaware Water Gap121h 28m$70
New York to Scranton72h 34m$89

Martz Trailways Cancellation Policy

Martz Trailways tickets are non-refundable, but you can cancel your ticket for credit by calling Martz Trailways’ customer service at 1 (570) 821-3800. A credit will be issued for the amount that you spent on the ticket minus a $7.50 USD Martz processing fee, and it can be used for future travel with Martz.

If you need to simply change the date or time of your ticket, you can reschedule your Martz Trailways trip by calling their customer service. Please keep in mind that any cancellations or changes must be requested before your bus is scheduled to depart.

Wanderu also offers an affordable trip protection option by Allianz Global Assistance that you can purchase when booking your tickets. In addition to 24-hour assistance during your trip and coverage for lost or damaged baggage, trip protection can help you get your money back in case you need to cancel or change your trip. You may be reimbursed if you cannot travel on your bus trip due to covered reasons such as illness, extreme weather, or required work shifts.

Martz Trailways Bus Guide & FAQs

No, unfortunately Martz Trailways does not offer WiFi aboard its buses at this time. However, we find that a good book makes the time fly by and streaming services like Netflix allow you download TV shows and movies that you can then watch during your trip. Plan ahead and you will stay entertained during the entire bus ride.

Yes, there are power outlets onboard Martz Trailways buses. You can generally find one or two sockets per row of seats, so be a good traveller and check if your seat neighbor might want to charge up their devices as well. With the onboard power outlets, you can charge both a computer and USB devices with a USB power adapter that typically comes with most phones and tablets.

Since Martz Trailways might sometimes use replacement bus vehicles, not all trips are guaranteed to have power points. We recommend to bring a power bank to charge your phone for all trips over 2 hours, just in case.

On a typical day, Martz Trailways has 86 scheduled bus trips in total. However, the exact departure and arrival times vary depending on the day and route. The best way to find the exact schedule for your trip is to use the search tool on this page.

No, Martz Trailways does not offer will call tickets. You should purchase your tickets online and make sure you have everything you need to board before you arrive at the station.

No, Martz Trailways does not require an ID to board its buses at this time. Of course, it is always a good idea to carry a government-issued ID whenever you hit the road.

Yes, there are bathrooms on Martz Trailways buses. The bathrooms are pretty basic and include a toilet, toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Most bathrooms don’t have running water. As you will be using a bathroom on a moving vehicle, please use caution and hold on to a rail at all times.

Martz Trailways does not offer meals or beverages onboard. We recommend you bring a drink and some snacks for your trip. We also suggest packing a reusable water bottle with you to reduce your impact on the environment. However, note that most buses do not allow you to bring your own alcoholic drinks.

Yes, Martz Trailways requires that all passengers have printed tickets to board the bus. When you book with Wanderu and activate your account, you will be able to easily find and download your tickets for most buses.

Martz Trailways focuses on delivering a great travel experience at a low price and currently does not offer premium features like extra legroom or onboard entertainment. But these days, between your laptop, tablet, smartphone and e-reader, you’re the master of your own entertainment even on longer journeys.

How do I get the best deal on Martz Trailways tickets?

Wanderu is the best place to score cheap Martz Trailways tickets with the lowest available fares every day. Plus, you can compare Martz Trailways prices with trips offered by other bus companies to be sure you’re getting the best deal on your tickets!

Pro travelers know that booking your ticket well in advance is key to finding the lowest price. Ticket prices normally go up the closer you get to the travel date, so don’t miss out on a good deal when you see one. If you can be flexible with your travel date, you can also get cheap tickets by traveling on weekdays instead of weekends.

When you’re ready to book, type your departure city and destination city in the search bar above, select your travel date, and let Wanderu work its magic to show you all of the best bus and train ticket prices available for your trip. Pick the ticket that’s best for your budget, schedule, and preferences, and complete the booking right on Wanderu to secure your great deal.

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