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Coach from New York to Cambridge: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from New York to Cambridge. Traveling by coach from New York to Cambridge usually takes around 10 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 9 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 185 mi (298 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 55m |
| Cheapest price | £35.42 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from New York to Cambridge?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from New York to Cambridge. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 10h 33m | £44.51 |
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 2 bus trips from New York to Cambridge every day, with the average journey taking around 10 hours and 33 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Cambridge usually start from £35.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from New York to Cambridge
The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 185 miles from New York to Cambridge. However, the fastest coach only takes 9 hours and 55 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.
"Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Cambridge 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 10:00. To see the times for all coaches from New York to Cambridge, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from New York to Cambridge. However, neither coach offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer coaches during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York, NY to Cambridge, MD; ticket prices start at £84.85.
City Information
New York
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 travelers, 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 Ellis 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 bus 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 New York?
Image credit: Rob Young
Link to image attributionMain departure station: Port Authority Bus Station
Port Authority Bus Terminal is the largest bus station in New York City. First opened in 1950, it is the main Manhattan bus stop for various regional and nationwide bus carriers that provide intercity transportation to and from NYC such as Greyhound, NY Trailways, Peter Pan Bus Lines, and Ourbus, among many others. Port Authority’s central location just steps away from Times Square provides easy connections to various other forms of transportation, including 13 lines of the NYC Subway, 11 lines of the NYC Bus, over 60 lines of the NJ Transit Bus, and shuttle services to each of the three airports in New York’s metropolitan area. At the terminal, you will find a variety of fast food restaurants and convenience stores, as well as a USPS branch and a bowling alley.
All coach stations in New York:
Port Authority Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Cambridge?
Main arrival station: 100 Heron Blvd
All coaches from New York arrive at one main station in Cambridge.
Coach stations in Cambridge:
100 Heron Blvd
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