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Wilkes-Barre to New York Coach Timetable

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Wilkes-Barre to New York?

There are usually 2 daily train trips from Wilkes-Barre to New York.

Coach
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
£42.89
Avg. Price
£115.62
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
12
Daily Trips
2
Duration
Duration
3h 53m
Duration
9h 2m

Coach from Wilkes-Barre to New York: Journey Information

There are 12 intercity coaches per day from Wilkes-Barre to New York. Traveling by coach from Wilkes-Barre to New York usually takes around 3 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Martz coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance105 mi (168 km)
Shortest duration2h 30m
Cheapest price£38.28
Trips per day12
Most frequent serviceMartz
Coach lines2

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Wilkes-Barre to New York

(Based on 9 ratings and reviews)

4.9

5.0

jaquan

30 June 2025- Visiting family

Martz

Pros: Smooth ride. Cons: Seats uncomfortable. Tips: WiFi goes in and out.

5.0

Robert

15 July 2024- Visiting friends

Martz

Pros: It was restful. The bus driver did a great job. I personally thanked him. Cons: Not much. We were 10 mins late. No biggie. Tips: Get on line 15, 20 mins ahead.. bus fills up fast.

5.0

Ibrahim

22 February 2024- Vacation

Martz

Pros: H. Cons: G. Tips: F.

5.0

Gale

11 July 2023- Visiting family

Martz

Pros: Your company far exceeds Trailways. I do not like Trailways they toilets and bathrooms stinks. The agent in the terminal are nasty. No senior Discounts. I only use them since my daughter and grandchildren live in Bloomsburg. If I win free Tickets I will take the bus from Wilkes Barre . [email protected] pick me to win!!! Cons: NOTHING!!! Let me win the ticket from NYC to Bloomburg and back.

5.0

Kenneth

19 July 2021- Visiting friends

Martz

I didn't have to drive. I could relax and enjoy the bus ride.

How much is a coach ticket from Wilkes-Barre to New York?

Bus tickets for a trip from Wilkes-Barre to New York cost £38.28 on average. Tickets cheaper than £38.28 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Wilkes-Barre to New York by travel date

£46£31£15NovNov

Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Wilkes-Barre to New York is expected to be between £38 and £46. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 20 November 2025, when tickets are available for 20 November 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just £43.

Average coach ticket prices from Wilkes-Barre to New York by month

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Taking the bus from Wilkes-Barre to New York is usually cheapest in April, when the average ticket price is only £39. If you're planning to take the bus from Wilkes-Barre to New York during November, keep in mind that bus 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

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The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 16 days in advance to save £10.99 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.

What coach companies travel from Wilkes-Barre to New York?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Wilkes-Barre to New York that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Martz usually offers more choice, with 7 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Martz73h 6m£49.76
OurBus84h 25m£38.28

  • Book Martz from Wilkes-Barre to New York from £50. There are 7 Martz schedules from Wilkes-Barre to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a Martz ticket to New York. In Wilkes-Barre, Martz departs to New York from Wilkes-Barre and 1 other station. In New York, Martz arrives at Port Authority - 625 8th Ave and no other station.

    An average trip on Martz from Wilkes-Barre to New York takes 3 hours and 6 minutes , while the fastest available Martz trip will get you to New York in 2 hours and 30 minutes .

    On weekends, Martz offers 6 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to New York.

  • 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 £38, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from Wilkes-Barre to New York if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Wilkes-Barre to New York

The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 105 miles from Wilkes-Barre to New York. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours 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.

"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday 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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to New York, book your ticket for the last day of the week."

The first coach leaves at 03:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Wilkes-Barre to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 12 scheduled coaches that travel from Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre to New York without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Wilkes-Barre to New York; ticket prices start at £66.60.

City Information

Wilkes-Barre

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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 buses connect the city to Philadelphia, where you can transfer to several of Philly's rail lines. Plus, Fullington Trailways and Martz operate intercity bus 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.

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 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 Wilkes-Barre?

Main departure station: Mimmos Pizzeria (Van Service)

Coaches to New York leave from 3 stations in Wilkes-Barre.

All coach stations in Wilkes-Barre:

  • Mimmos Pizzeria (Van Service)

  • Wilkes-Barre

  • 29 Wyoming Valley Mall

Where does the coach arrive in New York?

Main arrival station: Port Authority - 625 8th Ave

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in New York.

Coach stations in New York:

  • Port Authority - 625 8th Ave

  • Washington Heights McDonald's- 4040 Broadway (Van Service)

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