Question 1

Is it safe to travel by bus from Rockville to New York during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Accepted Answer

Our bus partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, bus carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all bus passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the bus.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 2

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

Accepted Answer

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Rockville to New York 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, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

Question 3

What bus companies travel from Rockville to New York?

Accepted Answer

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Rockville to New York. FlixBus US is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.

Question 4

How much is a bus ticket from Rockville to New York?

Accepted Answer

$19.99 is the average price of a bus ticket from Rockville to New York. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Question 5

How many bus trips to New York are there per day?

Accepted Answer

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Rockville to New York. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Rockville to New York; ticket prices start at $38.50.

Question 6

How long is the bus ride from Rockville to New York?

Accepted Answer

The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 201 miles from Rockville 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.

Question 7

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Rockville?

Accepted Answer

The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00am. To see the times for all buses from Rockville to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 8

Where does the bus arrive in New York?

Accepted Answer

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in New York.

Question 9

Where does the bus leave from in Rockville?

Accepted Answer

Most buses depart from the main station in Rockville.

Question 10

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 29 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save $16.68 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 11

Need a return trip from New York to Rockville?

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Question 12

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

Accepted Answer

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

	Distance	201 mi (324 km)
	Shortest duration	5h 15m
	Cheapest price	$19.99
	Trips per day	2
	Most frequent service	FlixBus US
	Bus lines	1

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Where does the bus leave from in Rockville?

Main departure station: 622 Hungerford Dr

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Where does the bus arrive in New York?

Main arrival station: Chinatown - 28 Allen St (eastside b/w Hester and Canal St)

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