How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Cortland cost?

The bus ticket price from New York City to Cortland starts at R 598. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City to Cortland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from New York City to Cortland?

The average travel time between New York City and Cortland is around 6h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 280 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Cortland?

The number of buses from New York City to Cortland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Cortland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from New York City to Cortland?

When taking the bus from New York City to Cortland, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways.

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

Buses travelling between New York City and Cortland leave from New York Port Authority or 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street) and arrive at Cortland County Office Building, State of NY Cortland Campus Bus Stop.

Bus New York City to Cortland from R 457 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New York City to Cortland on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	4h 40m	02:40	Cortland, NY	Cheapest
	Bus	17:15	New York Port Authority	4h 10m	21:25	60 Central Ave	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	New York Port Authority	6h 5m	23:35	Cortland, NY	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Cortland on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:15	New York Port Authority	4h 10m	21:25	60 Central Ave	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	New York Port Authority	4h 30m	14:30	60 Central Ave	No tags
	Bus	06:10	New York Port Authority	4h 25m	10:35	Cortland County Office Building	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	New York Port Authority	6h 5m	23:35	Cortland, NY	No tags
	Bus	09:20	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	5h 45m	15:05	Cortland, NY	No tags
	Bus	08:05	New York Port Authority	4h 50m	12:55	Cortland County Office Building	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	4h 55m	12:55	Cortland County Office Building	No tags
	Bus	10:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	7h 55m	17:55	Cortland, NY	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Cortland on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Peter Pan + New York Trailways	Bus	08:30	Port Authority Bus Terminal	6h	14:30	Cortland	Cheapest
	Bus	17:45	GW Bridge	3h 55m	21:40	Cortland, NY	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	New York Port Authority	4h 30m	14:30	60 Central Ave	No tags
	Bus	06:10	New York Port Authority	4h 25m	10:35	Cortland County Office Building	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:30	New York Port Authority	8h 10m	16:40	Cortland, NY	No tags
	Bus	09:20	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	5h 45m	15:05	Cortland, NY	No tags
Peter Pan + New York Trailways	Bus	06:30	Port Authority Bus Terminal	8h	14:30	Cortland	No tags
	Bus	17:15	New York Port Authority	4h 10m	21:25	60 Central Ave	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Cortland on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:20	GW Bridge	4h 40m	17:00	Cortland County Office Building	Cheapest
	Bus	17:15	New York Port Authority	4h 10m	21:25	60 Central Ave	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	New York Port Authority	4h 30m	14:30	60 Central Ave	No tags
	Bus	06:10	New York Port Authority	4h 25m	10:35	Cortland County Office Building	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:30	New York Port Authority	8h 10m	16:40	Cortland, NY	No tags
	Bus	09:20	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	5h 45m	15:05	Cortland, NY	No tags
	Bus	08:05	New York Port Authority	4h 50m	12:55	Cortland County Office Building	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	New York Port Authority	6h 5m	23:35	Cortland, NY	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Cortland on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	New York Port Authority	6h 5m	23:35	Cortland, NY	Cheapest
	Bus	23:00	11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)	3h 50m	02:50	Cortland, NY	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	New York Port Authority	4h 30m	14:30	60 Central Ave	No tags
	Bus	06:10	New York Port Authority	4h 25m	10:35	Cortland County Office Building	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:30	New York Port Authority	8h 10m	16:40	Cortland, NY	No tags
	Bus	12:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	4h 40m	16:40	Cortland, NY	No tags
	Bus	17:15	New York Port Authority	4h 10m	21:25	60 Central Ave	No tags
	Bus	08:05	New York Port Authority	4h 50m	12:55	Cortland County Office Building	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:18 AM EST.

Get from New York City to Cortland

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 598, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

6h 5mAverage duration

271 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 307 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 15 reviews, Greyhound was rated 3.6 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 645, with the trip lasting on average 384.

Greyhound New York City Cortland recent customer reviews

Ticket could not print, had to wait in 20 minute line, followed by delays, a bad bus driver, wrong drop off location, and 2 hour late arrival

Paul R.

24 August 2019

Ride was good, driver was great, but started late & arrived late. All in all was good value & would use again

Diane T.

26 May 2019

The bus driver was lost once reached Cortland. Stood up and made an announcement saying, if anyone knows where the bus stop is at cortland to please come up and tell him. We drove around in circles for 15 minutes until i got up and showed the GPS to the bus stop.

Stephanie C.

10 April 2019

New York Trailways

4/54 411 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

Based on 4411 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. New York Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at R 718

New York Trailways New York City Cortland recent customer reviews

The driver, Doug was very nice and informative. Not once did a driver ever tell us safety precautions, introduce themselves, make sure we are okay, etc. He did all that and then some!

Lucia M.

20 November 2023

Overall good and convienent

Reagan L.

27 January 2023

OurBus

4/53 147 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

Adirondack Trailways

4/51 124 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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

Stops in New York City

A - New York Port Authority

B - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

C - GW Bridge

D - Chinatown

E - Staten Island - Christopher Ln.

F - Chinatown - E Broadway

Stops in Cortland

A - Cortland County Office Building

B - State of NY Cortland Campus Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Cortland by bus

How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Cortland cost?
The bus ticket price from New York City to Cortland starts at R 598. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City to Cortland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from New York City to Cortland?
The average travel time between New York City and Cortland is around 6h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 280 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Cortland?
The number of buses from New York City to Cortland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Cortland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from New York City to Cortland?
When taking the bus from New York City to Cortland, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Cortland?
Buses travelling between New York City and Cortland leave from New York Port Authority or 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street) and arrive at Cortland County Office Building, State of NY Cortland Campus Bus Stop.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

R 861

13/11

R 633

Today

R 791

15/11

R 812

16/11

R 826

17/11

R 457

18/11

R 457

19/11

R 457

The cheapest trip from New York City to Cortland was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 457

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 Cortland as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 457 to R 1 362 for a bus ticket from New York City to Cortland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 457, which is on 2025-11-17.

Usually New York Trailways 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.