What is the distance between Potsdam and New York City?

About 274 miles (442 km) separate Potsdam and New York City.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Potsdam to New York City?

If you're headed to New York City from Potsdam, chances are that your bus will leave from Clarkson University and arrive at New York Port Authority. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

Once in New York City, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Statue of Liberty / Ellis Island, Central Park, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Washington Square Park and Times Square.

Bus Potsdam to New York City from $101 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Potsdam to New York City on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:35am	Potsdam	8h 50m	2:25pm	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
Bus	5:50am	Clarkson University	8h 35m	2:25pm	New York Port Authority	Fastest
Bus	5:50am	Clarkson University	10h 25m	4:15pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
Bus	9:36am	Potsdam	9h 39m	7:15pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
Bus	5:35am	Potsdam	10h 40m	4:15pm	New York Port Authority	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:54 AM EST.

Get from Potsdam to New York City

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

9h 39mAverage Duration

275 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Potsdam and New York City?

Stops in Potsdam

A
Clarkson University
8 Clarkson Ave, Potsdam, NY 13676, USA
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B
SUNY
Barrington Drive, Potsdam, NY 13676
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C
Market Square
22 Depot Street, Potsdam, NY 13676

Stops in New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Compare bus companies

New York Trailways

4/54,413 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

Trailways is a network of over 70 bus companies that focus on providing quality bus rides at affordable prices all over the US since 1936. Among the most famous affiliates are Trailways of New York, Pine Hill Trailways, Adirondack Trailways and Burlington Trailways. Trailways buses have WiFi, power outlets, bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests. You can find two different types of Trailway fares: saver and flexible. Saver tickets are non-refundable, while flexible tickets are fully reimbursed up to one hour before travel time. If you're traveling with them, don't forget to print your boarding pass and show a valid photo ID to board the bus.

New York Trailways Potsdam New York City recent customer reviews

They could do better by always updating customers of changes and put a good 24/7 service in place not AI and automated responses that doesn't solve any problem

Oluwayemisi A.

December 25, 2022

Stop over booking and clean your busses more consistently please. This really bothered me.

Christopher M.

December 17, 2021

The bus from Potsdam to Syracuse was OK. However the bus from Syracuse to New York (Grey Hound) was a disaster - very dirty bus, smelling urine inside for more than 7 hours.

Marius S.

June 16, 2018

OurBus

4/53,154 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 4 daily trips between Potsdam and New York City, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,127 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Potsdam, US to New York City by bus

What is the distance between Potsdam and New York City?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Potsdam to New York City?
What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/24

$117

11/25

$130

Today

$152

11/27

$101

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11/29

$101

11/30

$111

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The cheapest trip from Potsdam, US to New York City was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $101

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

You can expect to pay from $101 to $798 for a bus ticket from Potsdam, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $101 which is on 2025-11-27.

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.