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Cambridge to New York Bus Schedule
Bus from Cambridge to New York: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Cambridge to New York. Traveling by bus from Cambridge to New York usually takes around 17 hours and 50 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 185 mi (298 km) |
| Shortest duration | 17h 50m |
| Cheapest price | TRY 1,139.43 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Cambridge to New York?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cambridge to New York. Greyhound 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 17h 50m | TRY 1,139.43 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Cambridge to New York every day, with the average journey taking around 17 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New York usually start from TRY 1,139.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Cambridge to New York
The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 185 miles from Cambridge to New York. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Cambridge to New York. It leaves the station in Cambridge at 3:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Cambridge to New York. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Cambridge, MD to New York, NY; ticket prices start at TRY 4,853.14.
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 Cambridge?
Main departure station: Gulf Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Cambridge.
All bus stations in Cambridge:
Gulf Station
Where does the bus arrive in New York?
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: GW Bridge Bus Station
All buses from Cambridge arrive at one main station in New York.
All bus stations in New York:
GW Bridge Bus Station
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