How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Newark?

The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Newark start from $147. The average price for this route is around $228. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Houston to Newark?

The average bus trip duration from Houston to Newark is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1412 miles (2277 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Houston to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

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

The earliest bus departs from Houston to Newark at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Houston to Newark generates an estimated 57 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Houston to Newark?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Houston to Newark from $153 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Houston to Newark on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	1d 15h	3:35pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	10:05am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	1d 16h	5:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	Bus	5:00am	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	9:25pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:40pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	2d 12h	4:20am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Newark on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:50pm	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	1d 21h	5:35pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	10:05am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	1d 16h	5:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	Bus	5:00am	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	9:25pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:35am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	2d 2h	10:05am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

1d 16hAverage Duration

1412 milesDistance

57kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$147 - $598	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 57kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$227 - $463	Average Duration2d 5h	CO₂ emissions 207kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Houston and Newark?

Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Stops in Newark

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,511 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Valley Transit

3/534 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wifi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to Newark, NJ by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Newark?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Newark start from $147. The average price for this route is around $228. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Houston to Newark?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to Newark is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1412 miles (2277 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Newark at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Newark?
A bus trip from Houston to Newark generates an estimated 57 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Houston to Newark?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Newark?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

12/01

$332

12/02

$318

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12/04

$253

12/05

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12/06

$162

12/07

$176

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The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $162

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

You can expect to pay from $162 to $360 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $162 which is on 2025-12-06.