Cheap bus tickets from Newark to Williamsport
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Newark to Williamsport Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Newark to Williamsport?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Newark to Williamsport.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceNOK 937.37 | Avg. PriceNOK 1,874.03 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration6h 34m | Duration6h 16m |
Bus from Newark to Williamsport: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Newark to Williamsport. Traveling by bus from Newark to Williamsport usually takes around 6 hours and 35 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 152 mi (244 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 35m |
| Cheapest price | NOK 867.28 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Fullington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Newark to Williamsport?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Newark to Williamsport. Fullington Trailways 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullington Trailways | 1 | 6h 35m | NOK 920.74 |
Book Fullington Trailways from Newark to Williamsport from NOK 867. Typically there is one Fullington Trailways schedule per day from Newark to Williamsport and you can expect on average to pay for a Fullington Trailways ticket to Williamsport. In Newark, Fullington Trailways departs to Williamsport from Newark Penn Station . In Williamsport, Fullington Trailways arrives at Fullington Trailways Bus Terminal .
An average trip on Fullington Trailways from Newark to Williamsport takes 6 hours and 35 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 Williamsport.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Newark to Williamsport
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 152 miles from Newark to Williamsport. 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, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Newark to Williamsport. It leaves the station in Newark at 7:00am 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 Newark to Williamsport. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Newark to Williamsport; ticket prices start at NOK 1,061.14.
City Information
Newark
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
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.
Williamsport
Image credit: Unsplash
Williamsport is a lumber town located in central Pennsylvania, popular for hosting the Little League World Series every August and having a vibrant arts scene. The city has museums and exhibits on regional history for its residents and visitors to view, like the World of Little League Museum and The Taber Museum. Lovers of arts and architecture can take a walk down Millionaires' Row, which is a street lined with preserved Victorian mansions. Williamsport is also a family-friendly town, with attractive outdoor areas where you can view the river and nature, like the Susquehanna Riverwalk and Indian Pak.
The PA city allows you to explore at night with its vibrant nightlife, offering local bars, nightclubs, and pubs. Locals enjoy visiting their public houses, breweries and brewpubs, taverns, hotels, wineries, lounges, and restaurants. Downtown Williamstown is home to different hotels, restaurants, and attractions located at the center of the town.
Williamsport is easy to access through public transportation and offers transport services within the town. You can access the city by bus routes from Fullington Trailways and Adirondack Trailways, while Amtrak provides the train lines from eight other cities. The River Valley Transit also offers public transportation.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Newark?
Image credit: Ken Lund
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
Where does the bus arrive in Williamsport?
Main arrival station: Fullington Trailways Bus Terminal
All buses from Newark arrive at one main station in Williamsport.
All bus stations in Williamsport:
Fullington Trailways Bus Terminal
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Williamsport to Newark?
Search Bus Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
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. 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.