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Harvard Art Museums
Harvard’s leading art museum complex, with European, Asian, and American works in a modern building with a notable central court.
Cheapest price on 21 Oct
£27
Average ticket price on 21 Oct
£28
Fastest journey on 21 Oct
4 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 21 Oct
4 h 15 m
Buses on 21 Oct
3
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from New York, NY to Cambridge, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Cambridge, MA will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
On Wed 21 Oct, we found 3 buses from New York, NY to Cambridge, MA, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


FlixBus
FlixBus

Buses from New York, NY to Cambridge, MA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 304 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 304 km |
Average bus duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Cambridge, MA coaches for today, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:30 New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St), NY | 4h15 | 13:45 Cambridge, Alewife | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 4h15 | 14:45 Cambridge, Steel Place, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St), NY | 4h15 | 20:15 Cambridge, Alewife | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Cambridge, MA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cambridge, MA trip today.
Harvard’s leading art museum complex, with European, Asian, and American works in a modern building with a notable central court.
Natural history museum with dinosaur skeletons, minerals, glass flowers, and zoological displays popular with families and students.
Museum of world cultures and archaeology at Harvard, showing ancient artefacts and changing exhibitions in a research setting.
Historic green at the centre of Harvard, lively with students, architecture, and easy access to key university sights and museums.
Main square around Harvard, packed with bookshops, street life, historic buildings, and useful transport links for exploring Cambridge.
Popular riverside park and path with broad Charles views, rowing activity, and one of the city’s best sunset walks.
A New England staple of creamy clam chowder with clams, potatoes and salt pork. It is closely tied to coastal Massachusetts cooking.
Boston baked beans are slow-cooked with molasses and salt pork. They reflect the region’s colonial-era cooking and gave Boston its old nickname.
A classic sandwich of roast beef on an onion roll, usually topped with barbecue sauce, mayo and cheese. It is a beloved Greater Boston takeaway order.
Refined restaurant focused on New England ingredients, with seasonal tasting-style cooking and an intimate, modern dining room.
Popular Central Square spot for oysters, lobster rolls and other New England seafood in a relaxed, contemporary room.
Bustling brasserie serving French classics, raw bar favourites and seafood in a lively, polished setting in Harvard Square.
Cambridge is pricey for US city breaks, with high hotel rates and restaurant prices; public transport is limited, so taxis or rideshares can add to costs.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually get 10-15%. In cafés, round up or add $1-2 for barista service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Cambridge, MA by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New York, NY to Cambridge, MA buses use the New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave to Cambridge, Steel Place station pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Cambridge, MA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St) is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St). ATMs are available at New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St).
Ticket office support is available at New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St).
Available at New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St): Wheelchair accessible via ramps.
New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants in the vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave. ATMs are available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave.
Ticket office support is available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave.
Available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave: Accessible by ramp for wheelchairs.
New York, Port Authority Bus Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Port Authority Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station.
Available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Cambridge, Steel Place is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge, Steel Place has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge, Steel Place. ATMs are available at Cambridge, Steel Place.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge, Steel Place.
Available at Cambridge, Steel Place: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge, Steel Place: The station is accessible for wheelchair users.
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