New York to Elmira Bus

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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from New York to Elmira. Traveling by bus from New York to Elmira usually takes around 4 hours and 51 minutes, but the fastest Adirondack Trailways bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 30 minutes.

	Distance	174 mi (279 km)
	Shortest duration	4h 30m
	Cheapest price	€33.56
	Trips per day	3
	Most frequent service	OurBus
	Bus lines	3

Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for buses from New York to Elmira

(Based on 13 ratings and reviews)

4.8

5.0

Michael

18 June 2023- Visiting family

OurBus

Pros: The driver was very friendly and an excellent driver. Cons: Add power plugs to each seat. Tips: Take an extra battery supply for your electronics.

5.0

Sheila

12 June 2023- Solo travel

Adirondack Trailways

Trailways personnel friendly I nformative and efficient.

5.0

MaryBeth

18 March 2023- Solo travel

Adirondack Trailways

Pros: Ease of using your app. Tips: Use WanderU.

5.0

Michael

23 December 2022- Visiting family

OurBus

Pros: It was safe, clean, comfortable and just a peaceful ride. Cons: Nothing.

5.0

Shamil

20 November 2022- Visiting family

OurBus

Pros: was quick and had lots of stops. Cons: upgrade bus to have bigger bathroom. Tips: none.

Buses from New York to Elmira

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How much is a bus ticket from New York to Elmira?

€51.48 is the average price of a bus ticket from New York to Elmira. Any tickets cheaper than €51.48 can be considered a great deal. 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.

Average prices by travel date

Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from New York to Elmira is expected to range from €49 to €62. If you are looking to travel to Elmira within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from €51. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are €49 and can be found on 18 May 2024.

Monthly average prices

Bus tickets from New York to Elmira are at their cheapest average price in January. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around €47. On the other hand, traveling on this route during June might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for June trips cost €56, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.

Prices as travel date approaches

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 24 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save €14.30 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What bus companies travel from New York to Elmira?

There are 3 bus lines from New York to Elmira available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. OurBus offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Adirondack Trailways	1	4h 30m	€61.23
FlixBus US	1	5h 38m	€62.25
OurBus	2	4h 48m	€54.53

Adirondack Trailways connects areas in New York such as the Adirondacks and Hudson Valley with New York City, serving a total of 94 cities. Some of its top routes include those going to Albany, Ithaca, and Syracuse. Onboard, Adirondack Trailways vehicles have Wi-Fi for internet connectivity on the move and additional amenities, including power outlets, restrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests.
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 1 trips per day from New York to Elmira, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 €51, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from New York to Elmira if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 51 minutes to cover the 279 kilometers from New York to Elmira. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 30 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Elmira. 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 09:00 and the last bus leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all buses from New York to Elmira, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Elmira every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from New York to Elmira without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Elmira; ticket prices start at €103.04.

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 bus leave from in New York?

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Main departure station: GW Bridge Bus Station

Buses to Elmira leave from 4 stations in New York.

All bus stations in New York:

GW Bridge Bus Station
Port Authority Bus Station
300-310 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)
Port Authority - 301 W 41st St

Where does the bus arrive in Elmira?

Main arrival station: Chemung County Transportation Center

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Elmira.

Bus stations in Elmira:

Chemung County Transportation Center
Elmira

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Buses from New York to Elmira

How much is a bus ticket from New York to Elmira?

Average prices by travel date

Monthly average prices

Prices as travel date approaches

What bus companies travel from New York to Elmira?

Adirondack Trailways

FlixBus US

OurBus

Frequently Asked Questions

City Information

New York

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in New York?

Main departure station: GW Bridge Bus Station

All bus stations in New York:

Where does the bus arrive in Elmira?

Main arrival station: Chemung County Transportation Center

Bus stations in Elmira:

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