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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from New York, NY to Scranton, PA
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
2 h 51 m
Buses on 15 Sept
6
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from New York, NY to Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 6 buses from New York, NY to Scranton, PA, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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.
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FlixBus20:004h05New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station0:05Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA£181One-way1 change- +FlixBus19:504h15New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY0:05Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA£191One-way1 change
- 6:102h20New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY8:30Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center£191One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:003h05New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.0:05Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA£211One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:002h30New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.11:30Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA£221One-way0 changes
- FlixBus22:002h15New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.0:15Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA£231One-way0 changes
- 6:102h20New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY8:30Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center£191One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:002h30New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.11:30Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA£221One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:003h05New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.0:05Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA£211One-way0 changes
- +FlixBus20:004h05New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station0:05Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA£181One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach for New York, NY to Scranton, PA
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Scranton, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 159 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.24. The journey takes 3h 7m versus 2h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
New York, NY to Scranton, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Scranton, PA coaches for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus+ | 19:50 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h15 | 0:05 Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA | 1 change | |
| FlixBus+ | 20:00 New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 4h05 | 0:05 Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 21:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3h05 | 0:05 Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
| 6:10 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h20 | 8:30 Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2h30 | 11:30 Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Scranton, PA
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Buses from New York, NY to Scranton, PA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 159 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 159 km |
Average bus duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 2:35 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Martz Bus, Trailways from New York, NY to Scranton, PAYou can travel by bus between New York, NY to Scranton, PA with FlixBus, Greyhound, Martz Bus, Trailways for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Martz Bus, Trailways from New York, NY to Scranton, PAYou can travel by bus between New York, NY to Scranton, PA with FlixBus, Greyhound, Martz Bus, Trailways for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: New York, NY to Scranton, PA coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in New York, NY and Scranton, PA
Most New York, NY to Scranton, PA buses use the New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. to Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue station pair, with some services arriving at Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Scranton, PA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which New York, NY station do buses to Scranton, PA leave from?
Getting to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. from New York city centre
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. bus station facilities and services
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to New York, Port Authority Bus Station from New York city centre
New York, Port Authority Bus Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Port Authority Bus Station bus station facilities and services
New York, Port Authority Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station from New York city centre
New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station is 16 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station bus station facilities and services
New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several eateries within the station including fast food.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station. ATMs are available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
Which Scranton, PA station do buses from New York, NY arrive at?
Getting to Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue from Scranton city centre
Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue is 1 km from Scranton city centre. Public transport options include:
Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue bus station facilities and services
Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue. ATMs are available at Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue: Ramps available for bus boarding.
Getting to Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center from Scranton city centre
Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center bus station facilities and services
Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and vending machines inside.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTM located near the west entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center: Station fully accessible with ramps and elevators.
Getting to Scranton, Viewmont Mall from Scranton city centre
Scranton, Viewmont Mall is 5 km from Scranton city centre. Public transport options include:
Scranton, Viewmont Mall bus station facilities and services
Scranton, Viewmont Mall has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court available in the mall.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Scranton, Viewmont Mall. ATMs are aTMs available in the mall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scranton, Viewmont Mall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scranton, Viewmont Mall: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scranton, Viewmont Mall: Wheelchair accessible entrance and pathways.
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