5.0
it was comfortable- it was a lot of traffic so we got to Danbury Ct. an hour late.
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Bus from New York to Danbury: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from New York to Danbury. Traveling by bus from New York to Danbury usually takes around one hour and 30 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 55 mi (89 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €20.66 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Average score for buses from New York to Danbury
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
What bus companies travel from New York to Danbury?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from New York to Danbury. Peter Pan Lines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Pan Lines | 4 | 1h 30m | €20.66 |
- Peter Pan Bus Lines is one of the biggest bus carriers in the Northeast region of the United States. Headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts, the company offers affordable bus tickets and comfortable bus trips to over a dozen destinations across nine states and the District of Columbia. Peter Pan is known for their reliable bus service and green certified modern coaches that offer amenities such as onboard restrooms, free WiFi, power outlets and extra legroom between seats. Running an average of 4 bus trips every day during the week and 4 trips on weekends, Peter Pan is one of the main bus carriers between New York and Danbury, offering bus tickets as low as €21.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from New York to Danbury
The bus takes an average of one hour and 30 minutes to cover the 55 miles from New York to Danbury. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
Travel trends tend to vary greatly for bus trips from New York to Danbury.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New York to Danbury, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Danbury every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from New York to Danbury without transferring.
City Information
New York
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in New York?
Image credit: Rob Young
Link to image attributionMain departure station: Port Authority Bus Station
Port Authority Bus Terminal is the largest bus station in New York City. First opened in 1950, it is the main Manhattan bus stop for various regional and nationwide bus carriers that provide intercity transportation to and from NYC such as Greyhound, NY Trailways, Peter Pan Bus Lines, and Ourbus, among many others. Port Authority’s central location just steps away from Times Square provides easy connections to various other forms of transportation, including 13 lines of the NYC Subway, 11 lines of the NYC Bus, over 60 lines of the NJ Transit Bus, and shuttle services to each of the three airports in New York’s metropolitan area. At the terminal, you will find a variety of fast food restaurants and convenience stores, as well as a USPS branch and a bowling alley.
All bus stations in New York:
Port Authority Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Danbury?
Main arrival station: 48 Elm St
All buses from New York arrive at one main station in Danbury.
All bus stations in Danbury:
48 Elm St
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