How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Worcester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Worcester start at R 579. The average price for this route is around R 759. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Newark to Worcester?

The average bus journey time from Newark to Worcester is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 261 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Newark to Worcester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Peter Pan , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Worcester?

The earliest bus departs from Newark to Worcester at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Worcester?

A bus trip from Newark to Worcester 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 Newark to Worcester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6426 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Worcester?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newark to Worcester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Worcester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Newark to Worcester from R 485 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Newark to Worcester on 8 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:40	Newark Penn Station	5h 30m	18:10	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
	00:20	Newark Penn Station	3h 40m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	10:36	Penn Station	5h 39m	16:15	Union Station	No tags
	04:30	Newark Penn Station	5h 50m	10:20	Worcester Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	07:30	Newark Penn Station	6h 35m	14:05	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Worcester on 9 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:00	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	20:40	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
	00:20	Newark Penn Station	3h 40m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
	04:30	Newark Penn Station	5h 50m	10:20	Worcester Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	07:30	Newark Penn Station	6h 35m	14:05	Worcester Union Station	No tags
	09:30	Newark Penn Station	6h 10m	15:40	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Worcester on 10 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:00	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	20:40	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
00:20	Newark Penn Station	3h 40m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
04:30	Newark Penn Station	5h 50m	10:20	Worcester Union Station	No tags
09:30	Newark Penn Station	6h 10m	15:40	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Worcester on 11 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:00	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	20:40	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
00:20	Newark Penn Station	3h 40m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
04:30	Newark Penn Station	5h 50m	10:20	Worcester Union Station	No tags
09:30	Newark Penn Station	6h 10m	15:40	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Worcester on 12 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:00	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	20:40	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
	21:20	Newark Penn Station	3h 35m	00:55	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
	00:20	Newark Penn Station	3h 40m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	07:30	Newark Penn Station	6h 35m	14:05	Worcester Union Station	No tags
	04:30	Newark Penn Station	5h 50m	10:20	Worcester Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Worcester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Worcester. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 579, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

5h 50mAverage duration

261 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 579 - R 1 746	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 957 - R 9 723	Average duration9h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Worcester?

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport

Stops in Worcester

A
Union Station
2 Washington Sq, Worcester, MA 01604
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B
146 P&R
530 Southwest Cutoff (Commuter service only), Millbury, MA 01527
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 521 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Peter Pan

4/56 426 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

FlixBus

3.5/512 190 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Worcester, 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 Newark to Worcester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Worcester start at R 579. The average price for this route is around R 759. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Newark to Worcester?
The average bus journey time from Newark to Worcester is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 261 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Worcester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Peter Pan, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Worcester?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Worcester at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Worcester?
A bus trip from Newark to Worcester 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 Newark to Worcester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6426 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Worcester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newark to Worcester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Worcester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/02

R 543

06/02

R 625

Today

R 625

08/02

R 625

09/02

R 543

10/02

R 485

11/02

R 485

12/02

R 510

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Worcester, US was searched and found on 10 Feb 2026 with a price of R 485

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Worcester, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 485 to R 1 151 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Worcester, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 485, which is on 2026-02-10.