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There are 7 intercity buses per day from Boston to Newark. Traveling by bus from Boston to Newark usually takes around 5 hours and 52 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 196 mi (316 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 55m |
| Cheapest price | €26.31 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Overall score for buses from Boston to Newark
(Based on 36 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Excellent. Cons: Very good. Tips: Nice.
Pros: Excellent. Cons: Very good. Tips: Nice.
5.0
The bus was on time and bus driver was friendly
The bus was on time and bus driver was friendly
5.0
I liked that we arrived on time.
I liked that we arrived on time.
5.0
Seats should be push back
Seats should be push back
€32.15 is the average price of a bus ticket from Boston to Newark. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Boston to Newark is expected to range from €31 to €51. If you are looking to travel to Newark within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from €31. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are €31 and can be found on 13 July 2022.
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 26 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save €25.17 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Boston to Newark. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 7 | 5h 53m | €41.76 |
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 7 bus trips from Boston to Newark every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 53 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Newark usually start from €26.
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How long is the bus ride from Boston to Newark?
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 52 minutes to cover the 316 kilometers from Boston to Newark. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?
Buses departing from Boston to Newark tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap bus tickets or just want an emptier bus you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
When do the earliest and latest buses leave Boston?
The first bus leaves at 02:00 and the last bus leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all buses from Boston to Newark, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
How many buses are there each day?
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Boston to Newark every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Boston to Newark; ticket prices start at €30.20.
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 harbor, 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 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, travelers 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.
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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 neighborhood. 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 transportation. 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 bus or train.
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The South Station Bus Terminal is Boston's primary intercity bus station, and a major hub for bus companies like Greyhound, OurBus, Concord Coach Lines, Peter Pan Bus Lines, and more. The bus station is directly adjacent to the South Station Train Terminal, making it easy to access the local MBTA public transit, commuter rail, and connections to the airport. At the bus station, you'll find an on-site parking garage, a food court, and free WiFi. Nestled between the Financial District, Chinatown, and the Seaport, South Station is within a short walk from some of Boston's top sights and it is easily accessible by any mode of transportation.
South Station Bus Terminal
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