Cheap coach tickets from Newark to Boston
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Coach from Newark to Boston: Journey Information
There are 27 intercity coaches per day from Newark to Boston. Travelling by coach from Newark to Boston usually takes around 6 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 30 minutes.
- Distance
- 196 mi (316 km)
- Shortest duration
- 4h 30m
- Cheapest price
- £22.82
- Trips per day
- 27
- Most frequent service
- Greyhound
- Coach lines
- 5
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Newark to Boston Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Newark to Boston?
There are usually 13 daily train trips from Newark to Boston.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£53.80Cheaper | Avg. Price£163.34 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips27 | Daily Trips13 |
Duration | Duration6h 5m | Duration4h 58mFaster |

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Newark to Boston Route Map

There are several coach options that can take you from Newark to Boston:
- FlixBus US: 12 daily coaches from £24
- Greyhound: 14 daily coaches from £23
- OurBus: 2 daily coaches from £34
- Peter Pan Lines: 2 daily coaches from £40
- TransportAzumah: 2 daily coaches from £37
How much is a coach ticket from Newark to Boston?
Coach tickets for a trip from Newark to Boston cost about £41 when you book at the cheapest time, 19 days ahead. Tickets cheaper than £41 are an excellent bargain. 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 Newark to Boston by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Newark to Boston in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £27 to £121. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 3 December 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Boston this week, coach tickets are available starting at £33.
Average coach ticket prices from Newark to Boston by month
Taking the coach from Newark to Boston is usually cheapest in December, when the average ticket price is only £35. If you're planning to take the coach from Newark to Boston during November, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £50. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
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 19 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £27.50 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Newark to Boston?
There are 5 coach lines from Newark to Boston available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 14 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:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 12 | 6h 6m | £55.51 |
| Greyhound | 14 | 6h 4m | £52.13 |
| OurBus | 2 | 5h 32m | £54.89 |
| Peter Pan Lines | 2 | 6h 22m | £74.87 |
| TransportAzumah | 2 | 4h 43m | £37.43 |
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 12 trips per day from Newark to Boston, and the average ticket for this route costs only £55.51.






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 14 coach trips from Newark to Boston every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 4 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Boston usually start from £22.82.






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 £33.69, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by coach from Newark to Boston 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 2 coach trips every day during the week and 2 trips at weekends, Peter Pan is one of the main coach carriers between Newark and Boston, offering coach tickets as low as £39.67.
Book TransportAzumah from Newark to Boston from £37.43. There are 2 trips per day offered by TransportAzumah from Newark to Boston and you can expect on average to pay £37.43 for a TransportAzumah ticket to Boston. In Newark, TransportAzumah departs to Boston from Newark Penn Station. In Boston, TransportAzumah arrives at 177 Huntington Ave.
An average trip on TransportAzumah from Newark to Boston takes 4 hours and 43 minutes, while the fastest available TransportAzumah trip will get you to Boston in 4 hours and 30 minutes.
At weekends, TransportAzumah offers 2 trips per day. A single ticket costs £37.43 for a weekend trip to Boston.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Newark to Boston
The busiest day to travel from Newark to Boston is on Monday. If you need to travel on a Monday from Newark to Boston, it would be wise to book your ticket far in advance to secure a seat at a good price. If your travel schedule allows for you to travel on a different day, Thursday is the least-busy day of the week on this route, which means it should be easier to score a good deal.
Coach is probably the better option from Newark to Boston. Tickets cost an average of about $13 on the coach, while travelling by train costs an average of $56. You won’t save much time opting for the train, either — both modes of transport take between 4 and 5 hours on average. The primary benefit of taking Amtrak from Newark to Boston is that you have more departure times to choose from: There are only 4 direct coaches on this route per day, versus 46 direct trains.
The cheapest coach tickets from Newark to Boston are offered by Greyhound. On average, Greyhound tickets for this route cost about $23, and rides average a travel time of 6 hours. For just a few dollars more, BoltBus is also a good deal—averaging around $28 per ticket — and rides are typically faster, averaging 4 hours and 40 minutes.
There are 27 scheduled coaches that travel from Newark to Boston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 14 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 Newark to Boston; ticket prices start at £16.
Trips per day
27
Direct trips
14
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 196 miles from Newark to Boston. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 30 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.
Distance (mi)
196
Distance (km)
316
The first coach leaves at 0:20 and the last coach leaves at 23:10. To see the times for all coaches from Newark to Boston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
12:20am
Latest coach
11:10pm
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travellers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Boston. 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, 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
Saturday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
Newark



As the most populous city in New Jersey, Newark offers some excellent museums, parks and restaurants that you can enjoy year-round. Art lovers should stop by the famous Newark Museum to enjoy a rich collection of works by American artists and sculptors. History buffs should check out the New Jersey Historical Society for ongoing exhibitions documenting the state’s rich history.
Located by the Passaic River, Newark offers various places where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll by the water. For the best views, head over to the city’s Riverfront Park near the hip Ironbound neighbourhood. If you’re seeking more outdoor enjoyment, check out Branch Brook Park where you will find various lakes and plenty of cherry blossoms.
Newark is one of the biggest travel hubs in the United States, which makes it very easily accessible via all types of transport. The Newark Liberty International Airport is one of the three airports that serves the New York City metro area, and its close proximity to Newark’s Penn Station makes it easy to reach from anywhere via coach or train.
Boston



Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbour, if you will):
Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.
From Boston, travellers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Newark?
Main departure station: 1 Raymond Plaza W
Coaches to Boston leave from 6 stations in Newark.
All coach stations in Newark:
- 1 Raymond Plaza W
- 1 Raymond Plaza W
- 1 Raymond Plaza W
- Newark Penn Station
- Newark Broad Street Station - Boarding C
- Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
Where does the coach arrive in Boston?
Main arrival station: 680 Atlantic Ave
Coaches arrive in Boston at 6 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.
Coach stations in Boston:
- 680 Atlantic Ave
- South Station Bus Terminal
- 177 Huntington Ave
- 115 Huntington Ave
- Northeastern University
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