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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Newark to Boston?
There are usually 7 daily train trips available from Newark to Boston.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€61.63 | Avg. Price€149.60 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips7 | Daily Trips7 |
Duration | Duration11h 41m | Duration6h 54m |
Bus from Newark to Boston: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Newark to Boston. Traveling by bus from Newark to Boston usually takes around 11 hours and 28 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 306 mi (493 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 20m |
| Cheapest price | €45.23 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Newark to Boston?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Newark to Boston. FlixBus US 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 8 | 11h 29m | €78.84 |
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 8 trips per day from Newark to Boston, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Newark to Boston
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 28 minutes to cover the 306 miles from Newark to Boston. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 20 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Boston at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Newark to Boston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from Newark to Boston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Newark, DE to Boston, MA; ticket prices start at €41.14.
City Information
Newark
Newark, Delaware, is a small city packed with history and culture. The picturesque Historic Courthouse, which dates to the 18th century, boasts an impressive stone exterior and a Tiffany glass skylight inside. The Iron Hill School Museum is exactly what it says on the tin: a museum in a historic schoolhouse on Iron Hill. The small building is filled to the brim with natural history exhibits and Native American artifacts. For those too cool for school, swing by the free Mineralogical Museum on the University of Delaware campus for one of the best mineral, crystal, and gem collections in the U.S.
Newark is also known for its excellent dining at places like Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, the Stone Balloon Ale House, or Home Grown Cafe. When you’re ready to work off those meals, visit Glasgow Park Trail, with a basketball court, tennis court, and a general exercise area. The Newark Shopping Center is the local go-to for eating and shopping, or take a drive out to Christiana Mall between Newark and Wilmington for more options.
Amtrak connects the city to Philadelphia, Newark (the other one), and Baltimore from the Newark Train Station, right next to the University of Delaware campus. Flixbus also has service across Delaware, with routes connecting Newark to Boston, Charlotte, and Greensboro.
Boston
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 tasting 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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Newark?
Main departure station: 10 Mopar Dr
Newark has two bus stations with service to Boston.
All bus stations in Newark:
10 Mopar Dr
Delaware Welcome Center (Southbound)
Where does the bus arrive in Boston?
Main arrival station: Boston South Station - 700 Atlantic Avenue
All buses from Newark arrive at one main station in Boston.
All bus stations in Boston:
Boston South Station - 700 Atlantic Avenue
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