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Bus from New Bedford to New York: Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from New Bedford to New York. Traveling by bus from New Bedford to New York usually takes around 5 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest Peter Pan Lines bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 1 minute.
- Distance
- 172 mi (277 km)
- Shortest duration
- 5h 1m
- Cheapest price
- RON 105.46
- Trips per day
- 0
- Most frequent service
- Peter Pan Lines
- Bus lines
- 1
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There are several bus options that can take you from New Bedford to New York:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from New Bedford to New York?
Bus tickets for a trip from New Bedford to New York cost RON 174.59 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from New Bedford to New York by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from New Bedford to New York in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from RON 151 to RON 257. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on October 18, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to New York this week, bus tickets are available starting at RON 206.
Average bus ticket prices from New Bedford to New York by month
Taking the bus from New Bedford to New York is usually cheapest in December, when the average ticket price is only RON 197. If you're planning to take the bus from New Bedford to New York during July, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of RON 275. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 25 days in advance. This way, you can save up to RON 88.12 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from New Bedford to New York?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from New Bedford to New York. Peter Pan Lines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Pan Lines | 7 | 5h 55m | RON 239.90 |
Book Peter Pan Lines from New Bedford to New York from RON 105.46. There are 7 trips per day offered by Peter Pan Lines from New Bedford to New York and you can expect on average to pay RON 239.90 for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to New York. In New Bedford, Peter Pan Lines departs to New York from SRTA Term - 134 Elm St and one other station. In New York, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Port Authority Bus Station.
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from New Bedford to New York takes 5 hours and 55 minutes, while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to New York in 5 hours and 1 minutes.
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs RON 105.46 for a weekend trip to New York.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from New Bedford to New York
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from New Bedford to New York 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.
Trips per day
7
Direct trips
0
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 172 miles from New Bedford to New York. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours. 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.
Distance (mi)
172
Distance (km)
277
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New Bedford to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
7:00am
Latest bus
7:00pm
Because many passengers travel from New Bedford to New York at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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.
Most crowded
Monday
Least crowded
Wednesday
City Information
New York



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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in New Bedford?
Main departure station: SRTA Term - 134 Elm St
New Bedford has two bus stations with service to New York.
All bus stations in New Bedford:
- SRTA Term - 134 Elm St
- Park and Ride - Mt Pleasant Street
Where does the bus arrive in New York?
Main arrival station: Port Authority Bus Station
All buses from New Bedford arrive at one main station in New York.
All bus stations in New York:
- Port Authority Bus Station
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