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You can pick from 4 daily bus trips between College Park and New York. The average bus journey from College Park to New York takes 7 hours and 39 minutes, but some Greyhound bus trips are as short as 5 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 196 mi (315 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $25.98 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from College Park to New York
(Based on 19 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Everything was good. Cons: Arrive on time. Tips: The bus was in College Park on time, so is better be puntual.
5.0
The bus arrived on time, but the ETA on the ticket was incorrect.
4.0
Pros: Overall great experience, timing was off by 1 hour. Cons: More accurate time.
4.0
Pros: Pick up is on time. Cons: There is a strong odor on the bus, and the air feels like it has not been refreshed for a long time.
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from College Park to New York was $42.94. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to New York if you book your train tickets at least 29 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $28.49.
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way bus trip from College Park to New York will range from $38 to $61. If you're planning to travel by bus to New York in the upcoming week, the cheapest bus ticket from College Park you can find in the next 7 days is $40. Be sure to book your trip in advance as bus ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
By booking your bus trip from College Park to New York on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time, you can save about $28.49 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from College Park to New York. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 4 | 7h 39m | $52.08 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from College Park to New York every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 39 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New York usually start from $26.
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 39 minutes to cover the 196 miles from College Park to New York. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by buses from College Park to New York on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from College Park to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.
NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.
With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.
Most buses depart from the main station in College Park.
4931 Calvert Rd
Buses arrive in New York at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Port Authority - 625 8th Ave
300-310 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)
7-11 - Jd Foods
Chinatown - 28 Allen St (eastside b/w Hester and Canal St)
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