How can I travel from New Haven to Cleveland without flying?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are easy and eco-friendly ways to travel to Cleveland. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Cleveland from New Haven by bus?

Traveling from New Haven to Cleveland takes about 17h 5m on average, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 14h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 454 miles (733 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from New Haven to Cleveland?

New Haven and Cleveland are 454 miles (733 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New Haven to Cleveland?

Buses going from New Haven to Cleveland begin their journey at Union Station Garage and reach their destination at Greyhound Station.

What is the most affordable way to get from New Haven to Cleveland?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $64.

How much are the bus tickets from New Haven to Cleveland?

The bus ticket costs $95 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $64 to $157, so it's good to do your research before booking.

New Haven (CT) to Cleveland (OH), US Bus Tickets

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from $66

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Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 17 at 8:15pm
Departure city: New Haven
Departure location: New Haven Bus Station
Arrival time: May 18 at 11:00am
Destination city: Cleveland
Destination location: Cleveland Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 45m
Departure time: May 17 at 9:40am
Departure city: New Haven
Departure location: New Haven
Arrival time: May 18 at 2:05am
Destination city: Cleveland
Destination location: Cleveland Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 25m
Departure time: May 17 at 5:55pm
Departure city: New Haven
Departure location: New Haven
Arrival time: May 18 at 11:00am
Destination city: Cleveland
Destination location: Cleveland Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 17h 5m
Departure time: May 17 at 12:05pm
Departure city: New Haven
Departure location: New Haven Bus Station
Arrival time: May 18 at 3:35am
Destination city: Cleveland
Destination location: Cleveland Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 30m
Departure time: May 17 at 11:10pm
Departure city: New Haven
Departure location: New Haven
Arrival time: May 18 at 4:20pm
Destination city: Cleveland
Destination location: Cleveland Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 17h 10m

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Haven to Cleveland.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $157	Average Duration17h 5m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$99 - $495	Average Duration17h 18m	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from New Haven to Cleveland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cleveland. The journey takes about 17 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

17h 5mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest ticket

18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New Haven to Cleveland: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$95

Average bus trip duration17h 5m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure9:40am

Distance453 miles (730 km)

Latest bus departure11:10pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/586,977 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/58,613 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

New Haven to Cleveland Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cleveland from New Haven, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in New Haven and Cleveland?

Stops in New Haven

A - Union Station Garage

Stops in Cleveland

A - Greyhound Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip New Haven - Cleveland

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What is the most affordable way to get from New Haven to Cleveland?
How much are the bus tickets from New Haven to Cleveland?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/11

$94

05/12

$67

Today

$64

05/14

$60

05/15

$66

05/16

$72

05/17

$66

05/18

$72

The cheapest trip from New Haven to Cleveland was searched and found on May 14, 2025 with a price of $60

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

You can expect to pay from $60 to $112 for a bus ticket from New Haven to Cleveland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2025-05-14.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New Haven and Cleveland!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New Haven to Cleveland, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from New Haven to Cleveland.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from New Haven to Cleveland.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from New Haven to Cleveland?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time17h 5m	Avg Price$95	Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time17h 18m	Avg Price$187	Daily Departures6

Will you be returning to New Haven by bus?

Bus from New Haven to Cleveland

You can also go to Cleveland by train

Train from New Haven to Cleveland

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