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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Elmira | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | New York Port Authority | Chemung County Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways | Bus | New York Port Authority | Chemung County Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chinatown | Elmira | No tags |
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Get from New York City to Elmira
The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 654, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in New York City and Elmira?
Stops in New York City
- A
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004 - B4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
- C
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA - D40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
- E127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
- F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Elmira, NY, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Elmira?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Elmira start at R 654. The average price for this route is around R 1 059. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New York City to Elmira?
The average bus journey time from New York City to Elmira is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 277 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 5m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Elmira route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways, OurBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Elmira?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Elmira at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Elmira?
A bus trip from New York City to Elmira produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from New York City to Elmira?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1129 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Elmira?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New York City to Elmira?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Elmira?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New York City to Elmira, NY, US was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 660To 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 Elmira, NY, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 660 to R 1 240 for a bus ticket from New York City to Elmira, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 660, which is on 2025-12-11.
