5.0
Pros: Second driver was very professional and handled the whole bus with kindness. Cons: The stops have no food. It's toomuch junk on trip stops. Tips: Respect the driver.
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There are 15 intercity coaches per day from Macon to New York. Traveling by coach from Macon to New York usually takes around 25 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 20 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 760 mi (1224 km) |
| Shortest duration | 20h 5m |
| Cheapest price | US$107.46 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Coach lines | 1 |

Average score for coaches from Macon to New York
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Second driver was very professional and handled the whole bus with kindness. Cons: The stops have no food. It's toomuch junk on trip stops. Tips: Respect the driver.
Bus tickets for a trip from Macon to New York cost US$136.62 on average. Bus tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the bus is often more affordable than flying to New York. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Macon to New York. FlixBus US connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 15 | 1d 1h 19m | US$200.29 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 15 trips per day from Macon to New York, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
The coach takes an average of 25 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 760 miles from Macon to New York. However, the fastest coach only takes 20 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week."
The first coach leaves at 16:00 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Macon to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.



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Most coaches depart from the main station in Macon.
Macon Terminal Station

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Link to image attributionCoaches arrive in New York at 8 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
300-310 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)
Port Authority - 301 W 41st St
Chinatown - 28 Allen St (eastside b/w Hester and Canal St)
New York W 34th St & 12th Ave
GW Bridge Bus Station
7-11 - Jd Foods
Brooklyn - 3 Av @ 38th St
145 Canal St

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