Question 1

Is it cheaper to take the bus from NYC to Boston than driving?

Accepted Answer

Taking the bus from NY to Boston is usually cheaper and more convenient than driving there yourself. It is fairly easy to find tickets from New York to Boston for less than $20 at any given time of year. This is likely to be less than the average cost to fill a tank of gas for a road trip.
If you were to drive, you would come across several toll booths along I-84 East as you enter Boston, which would increase the cost of the trip even more.

Question 2

What is the best bus from NY to Boston?

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The best bus lines serving New York City to Boston based on traveler reviews are:
Most consistent Wifi - OurBus
Most on time - CoachRun and Peter Pan Lines
Best deal - OurBus

Question 3

Other ways to get from New York to Boston

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There are usually 35 daily train trips available from New York to Boston.

Question 4

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

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Because many passengers travel from New York to Boston at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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.

Question 5

What bus companies travel from New York to Boston?

Accepted Answer

There are 5 bus lines from New York to Boston available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 29 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Question 6

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

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Bus tickets for a trip from New York to Boston cost $14.00 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Question 7

How many buses are there each day?

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There are 69 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Boston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 56 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Boston; ticket prices start at $28.00.

Question 8

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

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The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 190 miles from New York to Boston. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 48 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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 9

When do the earliest and latest buses leave New York?

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The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New York to Boston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 10

Get around town with Moovit

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Find the best way to get to and from any station in Boston by public transit, courtesy of Moovit. Search now

Question 11

Where does the bus arrive in Boston?

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Buses arrive in Boston at 6 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

Question 12

Where does the bus leave from in New York?

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Buses to Boston leave from 12 stations in New York.

Question 13

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 28 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $11.58 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

Question 14

Average prices by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by bus from New York to Boston in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from to . The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on .
If you’re looking to travel to Boston this week, bus tickets are available starting at .

Question 15

Monthly average prices

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Taking the bus from New York to Boston is usually cheapest in , when the average ticket price is only . If you're planning to take the bus from New York to Boston during , keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of . However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Question 16

Need a return trip from Boston to New York?

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Question 17

Helpful info about taking the bus from New York to Boston

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Buses from New York to Boston depart from stations in Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn. However, the vast majority of bus routes depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal and arrive at South Station in Boston.

It’s very easy to get to Port Authority before your bus to Boston departs. Port Authority Bus Terminal connects to over 10 subway lines via underground walkways, so you can get to the bus station from nearly anywhere on the MTA. Once you arrive in Boston, South Station connects to the MBTA network on the red and silver lines.
NYC and Boston are roughly 200 miles apart, and while some buses can make the trip in under four hours, the bus from New York City to Boston usually takes about four and a half hours. Late morning or early afternoon trips, departing between 9:30am and 2pm, are more likely to avoid rush hours in both cities, and the journey can take as little as 3 hours and 48 minutes.
Peter Pan, FlixBus, and Greyhound provide the most daily trips on this route, with tickets averaging around $35. While it was possible to find New York to Boston tickets for just $1 or $5 before the Covid-19 pandemic, now the cheapest tickets are usually around $20. You can still score deals if you book in advance, and OurBus frequently offers tickets from NYC to Boston for $17.
While it can be pricey to get a luxury bus from NYC to Boston, the vast majority of bus companies have stepped up their levels of service to include free WiFi, reclinable seats, and power outlets. When you search on Wanderu, take a look at each trip’s amenities icons to see how luxe the bus will be.
A day trip from New York City to Boston is entirely feasible by bus. Buses leave NYC as early as 5am, and the last bus leaving Boston departs at 8 pm. Catching an early bus from New York gives you plenty of time to catch a baseball game in Boston, or even make a connection to get to Cape Cod.
If you’re returning home after other travels, you can easily get from the JFK airport to Boston by bus and avoid taking a connecting flight (which could cost literally 10 times more). From JFK, hop on the subway or tram to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal, where you can board your bus to Boston.

Question 18

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

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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.