Bus from Seattle to New York City: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Seattle to New York City on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
New York (Hudson Yards)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Station
New York Port AuthorityFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
GW BridgeNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
ChinatownNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 4 days, 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
4d 6hAverage Duration
3867 kmDistance
97kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$173 - $1,273Average Duration4d 6h
97kg CO₂e
Average Price$302 - $5,180Average Duration2d 22h
352kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to New York City start from $173. The average price for this route is around $338. 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 Seattle to New York City?

    The average bus travel time from Seattle to New York City is 4d 6h, covering a distance of 3867 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Seattle to New York City at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Seattle to New York City generates an estimated 97 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 Seattle to New York City?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
11-28
$1,053
11-29
$794
Today
$895
12-01
$758
12-02
$655
12-03
$429
12-04
$379
12-05
$233
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to New York City was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $233

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

You can expect to pay from $233 to $1,053 for a bus ticket from Seattle to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $233 which is on 2025-12-05.

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