Find coaches from New York City to Petersburg

Sat2 Aug
from US$28
Sun3 Aug
from US$39
Mon4 Aug
from US$39
Tue5 Aug
Wed6 Aug
from US$39
Thu7 Aug
from US$39
Fri8 Aug
Sat9 Aug

Cheap buses leaving Sunday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: 103 Canal St
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Petersburg
    Destination location: #961 Temple Ave, Colonial Heights
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Petersburg
    Destination location: Petersburg Transportation Center
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Petersburg
    Destination location: Petersburg Transportation Center
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: GW Bridge
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Petersburg
    Destination location: Petersburg Transportation Center
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York (Hudson Yards)
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Petersburg
    Destination location: Petersburg Transportation Center
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Petersburg

Bus
Average priceUS$28 - US$311Average duration9h 20m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$56 - US$643Average duration7h 9m
45kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Petersburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
9h 20mAverage duration
US$28Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Petersburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$90
Average bus trip duration9h 20m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure11:00
Distance302 miles
Latest bus departure22:50

New York City to Petersburg Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from New York City to Petersburg. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from New York City to Petersburg.

Discover how much the bus trip from New York City to Petersburg will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest bus tickets or luxury buses.

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Petersburg

  1. What's the distance between New York City and Petersburg by coach?

    The journey from New York City to Petersburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 302 miles (487 km).

  2. How can I travel from New York City to Petersburg avoiding air travel?

    To travel from New York City to Petersburg without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/07
US$35
30/07
US$25
Today
US$25
01/08
US$25
02/08
US$25
03/08
US$35
04/08
US$35
05/08
US$35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Petersburg was searched and found on 30 Jul 2025 with a price of US$25

To 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 Petersburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$25 to US$169 for a bus ticket from New York City to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25, which is on 2025-08-01.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New York City and Petersburg!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from New York City to Petersburg.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from New York City to Petersburg will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from New York City to Petersburg.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Petersburg?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to New York City by bus?

Bus from New York City to Petersburg

You can also go to Petersburg by train

Train from New York City to Petersburg

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