Find coaches from New York City to Scranton

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Next departures from New York City to Scranton on 4 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
GW Bridge
ScrantonCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New York Port Authority
Scranton Bus StationFastest
FlixBus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
ScrantonNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New York Port Authority
Scranton Bus StationNo tags
OurBus
New York, NY
Scranton, PANo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Scranton

Bus
Average priceUS$24 - US$110Average duration2h 45m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$109 - US$309Average duration5h 30m
14kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Scranton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Scranton. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
2h 45mAverage duration
US$24Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Scranton: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$38
Average bus trip duration2h 45m
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure06:10
Distance99 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

New York City to Scranton Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from New York City to Scranton from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Scranton

  1. What's the distance between New York City and Scranton by coach?

    The distance between New York City and Scranton by coach is approximately 99 miles (160 km).

  2. How can I get from New York City to Scranton without driving?

    You can travel to Scranton from New York City by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/09
US$71
02/09
US$51
Today
US$33
04/09
US$29
05/09
US$32
06/09
US$28
07/09
US$28
08/09
US$26
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Scranton was searched and found on 8 Sept 2025 with a price of US$26

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

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$85 for a bus ticket from New York City to Scranton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26, which is on 2025-09-08.

Usually OurBus, FlixBus 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

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New York City to Scranton, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from New York City to Scranton that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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