How far is Newark from Dover?

The distance separating Newark and Dover is 130 miles (209 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Newark to Dover?

Most of the buses traveling from Newark to Dover leave from Penn Station and arrive at Dover Downs. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Newark to Dover from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Newark to Dover on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10pm	Newark Penn Station	3h 20m	2:30am	Dover (7-Eleven)	Cheapest
Bus	11:45am	Newark Penn Station	3h 5m	2:50pm	Dover (7-Eleven)	Fastest
Bus	4:40pm	Newark Penn Station	3h 40m	8:20pm	Dover (7-Eleven)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 5:32 PM EST.

Get from Newark to Dover

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

130 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,293 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,370 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.

Greyhound Newark Dover recent customer reviews

It was awesome

Melissa G.

February 11, 2021

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Where are the popular stops in Newark and Dover?

Stops in Newark

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

Stops in Dover

A - Dover Downs

B - Dupont Hwy & Lepore Dr

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

How far is Newark from Dover?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11/11

$34

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$32

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Dover, DE, US was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $32

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 Dover, DE, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $32 to $45 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Dover, DE, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-11-18.

Usually 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.