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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Wilkes-Barre, PA | New York, NY | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Intermodal Transportation Center, Wilkes-Barre | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags | |||||
| Wilkes-Barre, PA | New York, NY | No tags | |||||
| Intermodal Transportation Center, Wilkes-Barre | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags | |||||
| Wilkes-Barre, PA | New York, NY | No tags |
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Get from Wilkes-Barre to New York City
The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre to New York City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilkes-Barre to New York City start from $83. The average price for this route is around $83. 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 Wilkes-Barre to New York City?
The average bus travel time from Wilkes-Barre to New York City is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 169 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Wilkes-Barre to New York City route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Wilkes-Barre to New York City?
The earliest bus departs from Wilkes-Barre to New York City at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 5:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilkes-Barre to New York City?
A bus trip from Wilkes-Barre to New York City generates an estimated 4 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 Wilkes-Barre to New York City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilkes-Barre to New York City?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Wilkes-Barre to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilkes-Barre to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Wilkes-Barre to New York City was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $72To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Wilkes-Barre to New York City, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $72 to $406 for a bus ticket from Wilkes-Barre to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually Amtrak 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.
