How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Worcester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Worcester start from $29. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Newark to Worcester?

The average bus trip duration from Newark to Worcester is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 162 miles (261 km). The quickest bus can get 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 6 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 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Newark to Worcester generates an estimated 7 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 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 6332 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 3.6.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Newark to Worcester from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Newark to Worcester on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:00pm	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	8:40pm	Worcester Union Station	CheapestFastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	9:32am	Penn Station	6h 13m	3:45pm	Union Station	No tags
	9:30am	Newark Penn Station	6h 10m	3:40pm	Worcester Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	9:32am	Penn Station	6h 13m	3:45pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Worcester on December 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:00pm	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	8:40pm	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
	12:20am	Newark Penn Station	3h 40m	4:00am	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	9:32am	Penn Station	6h 13m	3:45pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:30am	Newark Penn Station	5h 50m	10:20am	Worcester Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	9:32am	Penn Station	6h 13m	3:45pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Worcester on December 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:00pm	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	8:40pm	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
	12:20am	Newark Penn Station	3h 40m	4:00am	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	9:32am	Penn Station	6h 13m	3:45pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:30am	Newark Penn Station	5h 50m	10:20am	Worcester Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	9:32am	Penn Station	6h 13m	3:45pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:48 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Worcester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Worcester. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

162 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $217	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$64 - $246	Average Duration9h 3m	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
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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

3.5/587,412 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.

Greyhound Newark Worcester recent customer reviews

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Gerald G.

September 13, 2018

Peter Pan

4/56,354 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

FlixBus

3.5/511,495 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Worcester, US 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 Newark to Worcester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Worcester start from $29. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Newark to Worcester?
The average bus trip duration from Newark to Worcester is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 162 miles (261 km). The quickest bus can get 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 6 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 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Worcester?
A bus trip from Newark to Worcester generates an estimated 7 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 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 6332 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 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Newark to Worcester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/30

$132

12/01

$78

Today

$38

12/03

$34

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The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Worcester, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $34

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 $34 to $209 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 $34 which is on 2025-12-03.