5.0
Pros: They were great drivers they were safe and curtious we actually arrived a little bit early which was a plus. Cons: Maybe the air conditioner could be a little bit warmer.
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There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Jacksonville to New York.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$100.78 | Avg. Price$202.78 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips12 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration21h 3m | Duration15h 42m |
There are 12 intercity buses per day from Jacksonville to New York. Traveling by bus from Jacksonville to New York usually takes around 21 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 14 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 452 mi (728 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $62.95 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |

Average score for buses from Jacksonville to New York
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: They were great drivers they were safe and curtious we actually arrived a little bit early which was a plus. Cons: Maybe the air conditioner could be a little bit warmer.
Bus tickets for a trip from Jacksonville to New York cost $85.09 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. 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 Jacksonville to New York in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $74 to $183. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 13, 2025.
If you’re looking to travel to New York this week, bus tickets are available starting at $74.
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 18 days in advance to save up to $60.97.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Jacksonville to New York. Greyhound 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 12 | 21h 10m | $94.09 |
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 12 bus trips from Jacksonville to New York every day, with the average journey taking around 21 hours and 10 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New York usually start from $63.
The bus takes an average of 21 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 452 miles from Jacksonville to New York. However, the fastest bus only takes 14 hours and 20 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 4:00pm and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Jacksonville to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 12 scheduled buses that travel from Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville, NC to New York, NY; ticket prices start at $128.00.



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.
Most buses depart from the main station in Jacksonville.
Jacksonville, North Carolina
Buses arrive in New York at 10 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Chinatown - 28 Allen St (eastside b/w Hester and Canal St)
New York W 34th St & 12th Ave
300-310 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)
7-11 - Jd Foods
GW Bridge Bus Station
Port Authority - 625 8th Ave
Brooklyn - 3 Av @ 38th St
Queens/Jamaica 91-91 144th Pl
41-32 Kissena Blvd.
47 Chrystie St

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