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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chemung County Transportation Center | New York Port Authority | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Elmira | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:58 PM EST.
Get from Elmira to New York City
The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Elmira and New York City?
Stops in New York City
- A
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA - B40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
- C4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
- D
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004 - E127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
- F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Elmira, NY, US to New York City by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Elmira to New York City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Elmira to New York City start from $54. The average price for this route is around $70. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Elmira to New York City?
The average bus travel time from Elmira to New York City is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 278 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Elmira to New York City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, New York Trailways, OurBus, Adirondack Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Elmira to New York City?
The earliest bus departs from Elmira to New York City at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Elmira to New York City?
A bus trip from Elmira to New York City generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Elmira to New York City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1129 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Elmira to New York City?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Elmira to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Elmira to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Elmira, NY, US to New York City was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Elmira, NY, US to New York City, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $64 to $105 for a bus ticket from Elmira, NY, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2025-12-18.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
