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How to get to Wilkes-Barre by bus
| Routes | 20 |
| Trips per day | 114 |
| bus lines | 4 |
| Stations | 5 |
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About Wilkes-Barre
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.
What bus companies travel to Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania?
Located in Pennsylvania, Wilkes-Barre is accessible by bus from 20 other cities. You can choose from 114 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Wilkes-Barre on Wanderu. OurBus usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Wilkes-Barre are also available.
Bus companies serving Wilkes-Barre
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullington Trailways | 34 | 8h 42m | $66.78 |
| OurBus | 8 | 2h 28m | $28.22 |
| Martz | 7 | 3h 2m | $63.17 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 2 | 3h 5m | $60.12 |
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, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus if you are looking for comfort at a good price.
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities.
Which bus carrier has the best service to Wilkes-Barre?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Wilkes-Barre by bus with Fullington Trailways giving them a 5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Fullington Trailways had the most comfortable bus service to Wilkes-Barre taking into account the seats and amenities that Fullington Trailways offers. They rate Fullington Trailways a 5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Wilkes-Barre punctually, travelers suggest that Fullington Trailways has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Wilkes-Barre, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
$15.00 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Wilkes-Barre, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Wilkes-Barre. In the last month, buses from Mount Pocono to Wilkes-Barre had the lowest average price at $15.00. In general, these cities tend to have the cheapest buses to Wilkes-Barre:
The busiest bus station in Wilkes-Barre is Mimmos Pizzeria (Van Service). There are several other active stations in addition to this main station. The most popular bus stations in Wilkes-Barre are:
- Mimmos Pizzeria (Van Service)
- Martz Bus Terminal
- Wilkes-Barre
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3h 39m | $56.66 |
| Mount Pocono | 1h 42m | $15.05 |
| State College | 5h 39m | $63.60 |
| Allentown | 2h 59m | $35.34 |
| Philadelphia | 2h 56m | $57.24 |
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