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Cheap coach tickets from Newark to Wilkes-Barre
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Coach from Newark to Wilkes-Barre: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Newark to Wilkes-Barre. Travelling by coach from Newark to Wilkes-Barre usually takes around 6 hours and 29 minutes, but the fastest Fullington Trailways coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 45 minutes.
- Distance
- 96 mi (154 km)
- Shortest duration
- 5h 45m
- Cheapest price
- £28.63
- Trips per day
- 3
- Most frequent service
- Fullington Trailways
- Coach lines
- 2
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Newark to Wilkes-Barre Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Newark to Wilkes-Barre?
There are usually 3 daily train trips from Newark to Wilkes-Barre.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£28.63Cheaper | Avg. Price£124.87 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration6h 29m | Duration6h 19mFaster |
There are several coach options that can take you from Newark to Wilkes-Barre:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Newark to Wilkes-Barre?
Coach tickets for a trip from Newark to Wilkes-Barre cost about £29 when you book at the cheapest time, on the day you travel. 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 Newark to Wilkes-Barre by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Newark to Wilkes-Barre in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £28 to £34. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 9 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Wilkes-Barre this week, coach tickets are available starting at £28.
Average coach ticket prices from Newark to Wilkes-Barre by month
Taking the coach from Newark to Wilkes-Barre is usually cheapest in October, when the average ticket price is only £31. If you're planning to take the coach from Newark to Wilkes-Barre during March, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £42. 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. If you're looking for cheap coach tickets, booking in advance is the way to go.
What coach companies travel from Newark to Wilkes-Barre?
There are two coach lines that have daily service from Newark to Wilkes-Barre that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one coach per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullington Trailways | 1 | 6h 29m | £28.64 |
| Fullington Trailways | 1 | 6h 29m | £28.63 |
Book Fullington Trailways from Newark to Wilkes-Barre from £28.63. Typically there is one Fullington Trailways service per day from Newark to Wilkes-Barre and you can expect on average to pay £28.64 for a Fullington Trailways ticket to Wilkes-Barre. In Newark, Fullington Trailways departs to Wilkes-Barre from Newark Penn Station. In Wilkes-Barre, Fullington Trailways arrives at Martz Bus Terminal.
An average trip on Fullington Trailways from Newark to Wilkes-Barre takes 6 hours and 29 minutes, while the fastest available Fullington Trailways trip will get you to Wilkes-Barre in 5 hours and 45 minutes.
At weekends, Fullington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay £28.63 for a single ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Wilkes-Barre.
Originally founded in 1908, Fullington Trailways is one of the oldest transport companies in the United States. Today, it's one of the leading intercity coach carriers within the Trailways network and provides cheap, reliable coach service to several metropolitan destinations, including New York City and Philadelphia. All coaches are equipped with clean toilets, and Fullington Trailways earned a 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for their helpful crew.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Newark to Wilkes-Barre
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Newark to Wilkes-Barre every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Newark to Wilkes-Barre; ticket prices start at £67.
Trips per day
3
Direct trips
0
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 29 minutes to cover the 96 miles from Newark to Wilkes-Barre. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 45 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)
96
Distance (km)
154
The first coach leaves at 7:45 and the last coach leaves at 7:45. To see the times for all coaches from Newark to Wilkes-Barre, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
7:45am
Latest coach
7:45am
Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Newark to Wilkes-Barre for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Wednesday
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.
Wilkes Barre
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 coaches connect the city to Philadelphia, where you can transfer to several of Philly's rail lines. Plus, Fullington Trailways and Martz operate intercity coach 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 coach leave from in Newark?
Main departure station: Newark Penn Station
Not to be confused with the Penn Station in New York City just 10 miles away, Newark’s Penn Station is a vital regional transport hub which serves the greater New York City and New Jersey area. Located a few blocks East of the central business district in Newark, Penn Station opened in 1935, when its Art Deco architecture was at the height of fashion—see if you can spot the Zodiac signs decorating the chandeliers! Travellers can access Amtrak intercity passenger trains running on the busy Northeast Corridor between Washington D.C. and Boston, as well as intercity coaches like Greyhound and Fullington Trailways. Local transit available at Penn Station includes Newark Light Rail, Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) rapid transit linking Newark to Manhattan, and NJ Transit commuter trains serving coastal and central New Jersey.
All coach stations in Newark:
- Newark Penn Station
- 1 Raymond Plaza W
Where does the coach arrive in Wilkes-Barre?
Main arrival station: Martz Bus Terminal
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Wilkes-Barre.
Coach stations in Wilkes-Barre:
- Martz Bus Terminal
- Wilkes-Barre
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