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There are 13 intercity buses per day from Frederick to New York. Traveling by bus from Frederick to New York usually takes around 10 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 201 mi (324 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 15m |
| Cheapest price | £20.38 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
Average score for buses from Frederick to New York
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: I loved the trip as a whole. Cons: Wish they worked more with greyhound for trip reminders and status updates on departure time if I had not checked grey hounds site we would have miss both of our buses entirely. Tips: Always check board time and statuses.
Bus tickets for a trip from Frederick to New York cost £27.99 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.
If you're planning to travel by bus from Frederick to New York in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £26 to £48. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on May 18, 2024.
If you’re looking to travel to New York this week, bus tickets are available starting at £29.
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 28 days in advance to save £38.06 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Frederick to New York that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 8 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 5 | 11h 12m | £43.60 |
| Greyhound | 8 | 10h 23m | £39.65 |
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 5 trips per day from Frederick to New York, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 8 bus trips from Frederick to New York every day, with the average journey taking around 10 hours and 23 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New York usually start from £20.
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 201 miles from Frederick to New York. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 15 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.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in New York. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 New York, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00am. To see the times for all buses from Frederick to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 13 scheduled buses that travel from Frederick 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.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Frederick to New York; ticket prices start at £64.80.
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Frederick is a city in western Maryland with mountainous views and clustered spires. The city is popular for its intimidating 40-block historic district and Civil War sites. History buffs will enjoy the diverse history spots in the city, from the National Museum of Civil War Museum, which offers battlefield medical care exhibits, to the Schifferstadt Architectural Museum in a 1750s German colonial house. If you're traveling with children, you should visit the Rose Holl Manor Park & Museum, which includes a children's museum, the Adventure Park USA, offering fun rides, and the Gambrill State Park, which appeals to hikers. Art lovers can see virtual art exhibits at the Delaplaine Arts Center.
Downtown Frederick is an exciting spot in the city, as the entertainment district features a thriving craft beer scene, specialty stores, art galleries, and eateries. In the downtown area, you can check out Carroll Creek Park, which features fountains, footpaths, and an amphitheater where you enjoy performing arts. The Frederick Festival of the Arts is a mainstay in the city, but the Maryland Craft Beer Festival is another top reason to visit.
You can easily visit Frederick by train, with most of the train routes provided by Amtrak. If you decide to go by bus, Jefferson Lines has plenty of trips. TransIT provides bus routes within the city.
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.
Frederick has two bus stations with service to New York.
Frederick Transit Center-MARC Station
1341 Hughes Ford Rd
Buses arrive in New York at 5 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Port Authority - 625 8th Ave
Port Authority - 301 W 41st St
7-11 - Jd Foods
300-310 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)
Chinatown - 28 Allen St (eastside b/w Hester and Canal St)
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