Cheap coach tickets from Worcester to New York

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Coach from Worcester to New York: Journey Information

There are 18 intercity coaches per day from Worcester to New York. Travelling by coach from Worcester to New York usually takes around 4 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance
156 mi (252 km)
Shortest duration
2h 55m
Cheapest price
£9.72
Trips per day
12
Most frequent service
Greyhound
Coach lines
4

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Worcester to New York (Based on 169 ratings and reviews)

4.7

4.0

Melanie

13 September 2026 - Visiting friends

Peter Pan Lines
Pros: Bus driver Cons: The neck part in the seat is really uncomfortable, my neck was hurting from being so stiff Tips: Bring a pillow

5.0

Bal

7 September 2026 - Visiting family

OurBus
Pros: everything in general Cons: Its pretty good Tips: I suggest this company

5.0

Woodson

11 August 2026 - Solo travel

Peter Pan Lines
Pros: I like the kindness of the drivers. Cons: Put some Wi-fi access in the buses Tips: no

5.0

Suji

18 February 2026 - Solo travel

OurBus
Pros: n/a Cons: seat space Tips: nope

4.0

Sumner

19 January 2026 - Solo travel

Peter Pan Lines
Pros: Outlets worked and bus was clean Cons: Bus was an hour late and drivers have no support at the station to deal with loading bags, checking tickets, and dealing with stupid customer service questions Tips: Assume that the bus will be very late, but will eventually arrive

How much is a coach ticket from Worcester to New York?

Coach tickets for a trip from Worcester to New York cost £25 on average. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Worcester to New York by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from Worcester to New York in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £20 to £36. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 18 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to New York this week, coach tickets are available starting at £22.

Average coach ticket prices from Worcester to New York by month

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Travelling from Worcester to New York by coach will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, coach ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around £31 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 27 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £19.69 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Worcester to New York?

There are 4 coach lines from Worcester to New York available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 10 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US16h 45m£63.31
Greyhound104h 56m£39.21
OurBus33h 30m£23.85
Peter Pan Lines53h 47m£29.52
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trip per day from Worcester to New York, and the average ticket for this route costs only £63.31.

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  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 10 coach trips from Worcester to New York every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 56 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to New York usually start from £18.30.

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  • OurBus is an intercity coach company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap coach tickets to some of the most popular cities in the United States. All OurBus coaches come equipped with a generous roster of amenities, including extra legroom, freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap coach tickets starting from £9.72, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by coach from Worcester to New York if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

  • Peter Pan Bus Lines is one of the biggest coach carriers in the Northeast region of the United States. Headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts, the company offers cheap coach tickets and comfortable coach trips to over a dozen destinations across nine states and the District of Columbia. Peter Pan is known for their reliable coach service and green certified modern coaches that offer amenities such as onboard toilets, free WiFi, power sockets and extra legroom between seats. Running an average of 5 coach trips every day during the week and 5 trips at weekends, Peter Pan is one of the main coach carriers between Worcester and New York, offering coach tickets as low as £19.43.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Worcester to New York

Unfortunately, there is no direct Amtrak service from Worcester to New York City. To get to New York, you’ll have to transfer at least once. Common transfers take place in Springfield, Massachusetts, and in New Haven, Connecticut. The trip takes about 5 hours and 40 minutes on average, including transfers, and costs around $74. Taking a direct coach is both a cheaper and faster option.

The cheapest coach to New York City from Worcester is offered by Greyhound. On average, Greyhound tickets for this route cost close to $20, and with 9 daily trips you have many departing times to choose from. A direct Greyhound coach takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes if there is little traffic and the weather is good.

The best way to travel to New York from Worcester is by coach. Because there is no direct train route, coaches are faster than taking Amtrak, as well as cheaper. While there are occasional nonstop flights from the Worcester Regional Airport to John F. Kennedy Airport that take just an hour, tickets start at more than $100. When balancing time and money, coach is your best bet.

There are 18 scheduled coaches that travel from Worcester to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 12 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Worcester to New York; ticket prices start at £37.

Trips per day

18

Direct trips

12

The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 156 miles from Worcester to New York. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 55 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.

Distance (mi)

156

Distance (km)

252

The first coach leaves at 1:05 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Worcester to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

1:05am

Latest coach

9:00pm

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to New York 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Sunday

Least crowded

Tuesday

City Information

Worcester

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We dare you to pronounce it right on the first try. Named after Worcester in England, Worcester is the second-most populous city in Massachusetts. The city boasts an extensive history, particularly because of its industrial and weaponry prowess during World War II; take your dad (or your dad friend) to the Worcester Historical Museum to learn more.

For those more interested in science and nature, visit the popular EcoTarium, which includes hands-on exhibits and an outdoor campus featuring forest and meadow trails. Then, to apply your newfound natural knowledge, take a relaxing stroll through Green Hill Park to try to identify the lake's wildlife. In the evening, visit The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts to catch anything from a burlesque show, Broadway performance, or even a silent film.

Worcester's location at the heart of the state makes it easy to travel to this bustling city. Worcester has its own regional airport, or head to Boston's Logan Airport for a wider variety of flights. Amtrak trains provide daily services from Boston, and coach service is available on Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, OurBus, and Peter Pan.

New York

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New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travellers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Liberty Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major coach and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Worcester?

Main departure station: Union Station

Worcester has two coach stations with service to New York.

All coach stations in Worcester:

  • Union Station
  • Franklin St & Harding St

Where does the coach arrive in New York?

Main arrival station: Manhattan - Port Authority Bus Station North Wing

Coaches arrive in New York at 11 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.

Coach stations in New York:

  • Manhattan - Port Authority Bus Station North Wing
  • GW Bridge Bus Station
  • Queens/Jamaica 91-91 144th Pl
  • Manhattan - Port Authority Bus Station
  • 11th Ave (btw. 35th & 36th St.)
  • SW Corner of 31st St & 8th Ave
  • New York W 34th St & 12th Ave
  • 47 Chrystie St
  • Port Authority Bus Terminal, Gate 21
  • 672 1st Ave btwn 38th & 39th St
  • 41-32 Kissena Blvd.

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