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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Newark to Wilkes-Barre?
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Newark to Wilkes-Barre.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$53.07 | Avg. Price$139.45 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration6h 30m | Duration5h 57m |
Bus from Newark to Wilkes-Barre: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Newark to Wilkes-Barre. Traveling by bus from Newark to Wilkes-Barre usually takes around 6 hours and 30 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 96 mi (154 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $51.00 |
| Most frequent service | Fullington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Newark to Wilkes-Barre?
Bus tickets for a trip from Newark to Wilkes-Barre cost $51.00 on average. Tickets cheaper than $51.00 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly avg. prices
What bus companies travel from Newark to Wilkes-Barre?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Newark to Wilkes-Barre that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullington Trailways | 1 | 6h 30m | $53.58 |
| Fullington Trailways | 1 | 6h 30m | $55.43 |
Book Fullington Trailways from Newark to Wilkes-Barre from $51. Typically there is one Fullington Trailways schedule per day from Newark to Wilkes-Barre and you can expect on average to pay for a Fullington Trailways ticket to Wilkes-Barre. In Newark, Fullington Trailways departs to Wilkes-Barre from Newark Penn Station . In Wilkes-Barre, Fullington Trailways arrives at Martz Bus Terminal .
An average trip on Fullington Trailways from Newark to Wilkes-Barre takes 6 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Fullington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Wilkes-Barre.
Originally founded in 1908, Fullington Trailways is one of the oldest transportation companies in the United States. Today, it's one of the leading intercity bus carriers within the Trailways network and provides cheap, reliable bus service to several metropolitan destinations, including New York City and Philadelphia. All coaches are equipped with clean restrooms, and Fullington Trailways earned a 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for their helpful crew.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Newark to Wilkes-Barre
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 96 miles from Newark to Wilkes-Barre. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Newark to Wilkes-Barre 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, 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.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00am. To see the times for all buses from Newark to Wilkes-Barre, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Newark to Wilkes-Barre. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Newark to Wilkes-Barre; ticket prices start at $86.00.
City Information
Newark
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As the most populous city in New Jersey, Newark offers some excellent museums, parks and restaurants that you can enjoy year-round. Art lovers should stop by the famous Newark Museum to enjoy a rich collection of works by American artists and sculptors. History buffs should check out the New Jersey Historical Society for ongoing exhibitions documenting the state’s rich history.
Located by the Passaic River, Newark offers various places where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll by the water. For the best views, head over to the city’s Riverfront Park near the hip Ironbound neighborhood. If you’re seeking more outdoor enjoyment, check out Branch Brook Park where you will find various lakes and plenty of cherry blossoms.
Newark is one of the biggest travel hubs in the United States, which makes it very easily accessible via all types of transportation. The Newark Liberty International Airport is one of the three airports that serves the New York City metro area, and its close proximity to Newark’s Penn Station makes it easy to reach from anywhere via bus or train.
Wilkes-Barre
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Wilkes-Barre is a Pennsylvania city surrounded by the Pocono Mountains. Like much of the Poconos, Wilkes-Barre has its fair share of resorts, outdoor adventure, and entertainment options. Slip down rocky slides and soak in glacial meltwater "tubs" at Kirby Park and Seven Tubs Nature Area, or enjoy the urban greenery at the River Common. Coal mining put Wilkes-Barre on the map, and you can imagine what life was like in the 19th-century boom by visiting Eckley Miners' Village in Luzerne County.
Nightlife in Wilkes-Barre is exciting, and it all starts at the Mohegan Sun Pocono, a casino resort and racetrack. Test your luck on the slots, cards, or horse races, or simply enjoy the luxurious dining options and spa on-site. Downtown Wilkes-Barre also has solid restaurants and bars to choose from.
Although Amtrak trains do not stop in Wilkes-Barre, Amtrak Thruway buses connect the city to Philadelphia, where you can transfer to several of Philly's rail lines. Plus, Fullington Trailways and Martz operate intercity bus service to Wilkes-Barre from Scranton, Delaware Water Gap, New York, and more. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is convenient to reach from town and offers flights on several major airlines.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Newark?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Newark Penn Station
Not to be confused with the Penn Station in New York City just 10 miles away, Newark’s Penn Station is a vital regional transportation hub which serves the greater New York City and New Jersey area. Located a few blocks East of the central business district in Newark, Penn Station opened in 1935, when its Art Deco architecture was at the height of fashion - see if you can spot the Zodiac signs decorating the chandeliers! Travelers can access Amtrak intercity passenger trains running on the busy Northeast Corridor between Washington D.C. and Boston, as well as intercity buses like Greyhound and Fullington Trailways. Local transit available at Penn Station includes Newark Light Rail, Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) rapid transit linking Newark to Manhattan, and NJ Transit commuter trains serving coastal and central New Jersey.
All bus stations in Newark:
Newark Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza W
Where does the bus arrive in Wilkes-Barre?
Main arrival station: Martz Bus Terminal
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Wilkes-Barre.
All bus stations in Wilkes-Barre:
Martz Bus Terminal
Wilkes-Barre
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