Bus from New York City to Newark, NJ: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Newark on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
GW Bridge
Newark Penn StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
Newark Penn StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
Newark Penn StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Newark Penn StationNo tags
Coach USABus
    		Port Authority
    		Newark Liberty International Airport Terminal A (arrivals, Zone 15)No tags

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    Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Newark

    We recommend taking the train

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    56train per day
    16mAverage Duration
    15 kmDistance
    1kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$14 - $86Average Duration50m
    0kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$12 - $301Average Duration16m
    1kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Newark, NJ by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Newark?

      The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Newark start from $14. The average price for this route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from New York City to Newark?

      The average bus travel time from New York City to Newark is 50m, covering a distance of 18 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

    3. Which bus companies service the New York City to Newark route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 311 buses available per day, including services from Coach USA, Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan, OurBus, Adirondack Trailways, La Cubana Xpress.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New York City to Newark?

      The earliest bus departs from New York City to Newark at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Newark?

      A bus trip from New York City to Newark generates an estimated 0 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from New York City to Newark?

      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 1126 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Newark?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New York City to Newark?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Newark?

      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.

    Best price found
    11-27
    $13
    11-28
    $13
    Today
    $16
    11-30
    $16
    12-01
    $13
    12-02
    $6
    12-03
    $6
    12-04
    $6
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $6

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $6 to $72 for a bus ticket from New York City to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-12-02.

    Usually Coach USA, La Cubana Xpress 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.

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