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Bus from New Bedford to Worcester: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from New Bedford to Worcester. Traveling by bus from New Bedford to Worcester usually takes around 3 hours and 20 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 62 mi (100 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 20m |
| Cheapest price | €48.54 |
| Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from New Bedford to Worcester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from New Bedford to Worcester. Peter Pan Lines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Pan Lines | 1 | 3h 20m | €48.54 |
Book Peter Pan Lines from New Bedford to Worcester from €49. Typically there is one Peter Pan Lines schedule per day from New Bedford to Worcester and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Worcester. In New Bedford, Peter Pan Lines departs to Worcester from SRTA Term - 134 Elm St . In Worcester, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Union Station .
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from New Bedford to Worcester takes 3 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Worcester.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from New Bedford to Worcester
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 62 miles from New Bedford to Worcester. 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from New Bedford to Worcester for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Worcester, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from New Bedford to Worcester. It leaves the station in New Bedford at 1:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Worcester
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Link to image attributionWe dare you to pronounce it right on the first try. Named after Worcester in England, Worcester is the second-most populous city in Massachusetts. The city boasts an extensive history, particularly because of its industrial and weaponry prowess during World War II; take your dad (or your dad friend) to the Worcester Historical Museum to learn more.
For those more interested in science and nature, visit the popular EcoTarium, which includes hands-on exhibits and an outdoor campus featuring forest and meadow trails. Then, to apply your newfound natural knowledge, take a relaxing stroll through Green Hill Park to try to identify the lake's wildlife. In the evening, visit The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts to catch anything from a burlesque show, Broadway performance, or even a silent film.
Worcester's location at the heart of the state makes it easy to travel to this bustling city. Worcester has its own regional airport, or head to Boston's Logan Airport for a wider variety of flights. Amtrak trains provide daily services from Boston, and bus service is available on Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, OurBus, and Peter Pan.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in New Bedford?
Main departure station: SRTA Term - 134 Elm St
Most buses depart from the main station in New Bedford.
All bus stations in New Bedford:
SRTA Term - 134 Elm St
Where does the bus arrive in Worcester?
Main arrival station: Union Station
All buses from New Bedford arrive at one main station in Worcester.
All bus stations in Worcester:
Union Station
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