5.0
Driver was extremely helpful when I needdd to make a last minute change on my reservation.
5.0
Pros: Friendly drivers, easy to navigate. Cons: Chargers on bus :).
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There are 12 intercity coaches per day from Bethlehem to New York. Traveling by coach from Bethlehem to New York usually takes around 2 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest Trans-Bridge Lines coach can make the trip in just one hour and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 72 mi (115 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €15.10 |
| Trips per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | Trans-Bridge Lines |
| Coach lines | 5 |

Average score for coaches from Bethlehem to New York
(Based on 40 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Driver was extremely helpful when I needdd to make a last minute change on my reservation.
5.0
Pros: Friendly drivers, easy to navigate. Cons: Chargers on bus :).
Bus tickets for a trip from Bethlehem to New York cost €20.49 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
If you're planning to travel by bus from Bethlehem to New York in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from €20 to €25. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 19 October 2026.
If you’re looking to travel to New York this week, bus tickets are available starting at €20.
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 24 days in advance. This way, you can save up to €3.96 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There are 5 bus lines from Bethlehem to New York available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 6 daily trips, Trans-Bridge Lines usually has the most buses 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 | 2 | 1h 50m | €23.04 |
| Fullington Trailways | 1 | 2h 40m | €24.04 |
| Fullington Trailways | 1 | 2h 41m | €24.02 |
| OurBus | 4 | 1h 55m | €21.51 |
| Trans-Bridge Lines | 6 | 2h 4m | €37.38 |
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 2 trips per day from Bethlehem to New York, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Book Fullington Trailways from Bethlehem to New York from €24. There are 1 Fullington Trailways schedules from Bethlehem to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a Fullington Trailways ticket to New York. In Bethlehem, Fullington Trailways departs to New York from Guetter St & Broad St and no other station. In New York, Fullington Trailways arrives at Port Authority - 301 W 41st St and no other station.
An average trip on Fullington Trailways from Bethlehem to New York takes 2 hours and 40 minutes , while the fastest available Fullington Trailways trip will get you to New York in 1 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Fullington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to New York.
Originally founded in 1908, Fullington Trailways is one of the oldest transportation companies in the United States. Today, it's one of the leading intercity bus carriers within the Trailways network and provides cheap, reliable bus service to several metropolitan destinations, including New York City and Philadelphia. All coaches are equipped with clean restrooms, and Fullington Trailways earned a 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for their helpful crew.
OurBus is an intercity bus company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap bus 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 restroom, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap bus tickets starting from €18, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from Bethlehem to New York if you are looking for comfort at a good price.
Book Trans-Bridge Lines from Bethlehem to New York from €26. There are 6 Trans-Bridge Lines schedules from Bethlehem to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a Trans-Bridge Lines ticket to New York. In Bethlehem, Trans-Bridge Lines departs to New York from Guetter St & Broad St and 3 other stations. In New York, Trans-Bridge Lines arrives at Manhattan - Port Authority Bus Station and 1 other station.
An average trip on Trans-Bridge Lines from Bethlehem to New York takes 2 hours and 4 minutes , while the fastest available Trans-Bridge Lines trip will get you to New York in 1 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Trans-Bridge Lines offers 4 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to New York.
The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 72 miles from Bethlehem to New York. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 30 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in New York. 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Bethlehem to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 12 scheduled coaches that travel from Bethlehem to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Bethlehem to New York without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Bethlehem to New York; ticket prices start at €68.49.



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.
Buses to Hellertown pick up and drop off passengers at the Hellertown Park & Ride behind the Turkey Hill convenience store on Hellertown Road. You can grab a snack at this convenience store or at the Wendy's right next door. Since there is no bus shelter in the Park & Ride lot, you might also want to snag a table inside the fast-food joint if you have a while to wait for your bus. There are plenty of parking spots available for travelers leaving their car in Hellertown and taking an OurBus to cities like New York.
1140 Hellertown Rd
Guetter St & Broad St
William Penn Park and Ride
6 W. Packer Ave - Lehigh University area - bus stop
Bethlehem (Wind Crk Casino)
Coaches arrive in New York at 5 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Manhattan - Port Authority Bus Station
11th Ave (btw. 35th & 36th St.)
SW Corner of 31st St & 8th Ave
Port Authority - 301 W 41st St
New York/ Wall St & Downtown

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