Cheap bus tickets from New York, NY to Burlington, NC

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Bus from New York, NY to Burlington, NC: Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from New York, NY to Burlington, NC. Traveling by bus from New York, NY to Burlington, NC usually takes around 9 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.

Distance
434 mi (698 km)
Shortest duration
9h
Cheapest price
$100.00
Trips per day
3
Most frequent service
Wanda Coach
Bus lines
1

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Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for buses from New York to Burlington (Based on 4 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Martrell

May 11, 2023 - Visiting family

Wanda Coach
Pros: It was PERFECT

5.0

Stephen

September 14, 2021 - Solo travel

Wanda Coach
Pros: Love how I have my own section to my self, Cons: Nothing so far

5.0

Patricia

July 30, 2019 - Vacation

Wanda Coach
Pros: People were nice Cons: Nothing Tips: Yes
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Price trends for buses from New York, NY to Burlington, NC

Average bus ticket prices from New York, NY to Burlington, NC by travel date

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Average bus ticket prices from New York, NY to Burlington, NC by month

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Prices as travel date approaches

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What bus companies travel from New York to Burlington?

There are multiple buses that travel from New York to Burlington, including Wanda Coach. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:

BUSDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Wanda Coach39h$100.00
  • Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 3 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from $100 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of New York, NY and Burlington, NC.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from New York to Burlington

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from New York, NY to Burlington, NC 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, NY to Burlington, NC without transferring. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York, NY to Burlington, NC; ticket prices start at $87.

TRIPS PER DAY

3

DIRECT TRIPS

3

The bus takes an average of 9 hours to cover the 434 miles from New York, NY to Burlington, NC. 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.

DISTANCE (MI)

434

DISTANCE (KM)

698

The first bus leaves at 5:00pm and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New York, NY to Burlington, NC, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

EARLIEST BUS

5:00pm

LATEST BUS

10:00pm

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, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

MOST CROWDED

Thursday

LEAST CROWDED

Monday

City Information

New York, NY

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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.

Burlington, NC

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About halfway between Winston-Salem and Durham in North Carolina, Burlington is a bustling city originally named "Company Shops" because of the railroad offices and shops that the North Carolina Railroad Company established at the site. Though a small city, Burlington's community is a charming place to explore with all of the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.

Start at the Company Shops Depot, once the town's busy train station but now a venue for events and concerts. Next, learn about the War of the Regulation that occurred in North Carolina in 1771 by visiting the Alamance Battleground State Historic Site. If you're traveling with little ones, head to neighboring Graham to spend the day at the Children's Museum of Alamance County. Nature lovers can check out the Shallow Ford Natural Area and tours at Cedarock Park.

The nearest major airport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport, about 45 minutes away from Burlington. You can take the Amtrak Carolinian or Piedmont directly into Burlington from New York, D.C., Charlotte, or Raleigh. Bus routes also make it easy to reach Burlington, especially on affordable Wanda Coach trips from New York.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in New York?

Main departure station: 120 E Broadway

Most buses depart from the main station in New York, NY.

All bus stations in New York:

  • 120 E Broadway

Where does the bus arrive in Burlington?

Main arrival station: 3141 Garden Rd (Walmart)

All buses from New York, NY arrive at one main station in Burlington, NC.

All bus stations in Burlington:

  • 3141 Garden Rd (Walmart)

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