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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Macon Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Macon Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Macon Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Macon Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Newark to Macon
The journey takes about 20 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $267, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Newark and Macon?
Stops in Newark
- A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
Stops in Macon
- A
Macon Greyhound Bus Station
65 Spring St, Macon, GA 31201
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Macon, GA 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 Macon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Macon start from $267. The average price for this route is around $302. 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 Macon?
The average bus travel time from Newark to Macon is 20h 55m, covering a distance of 1216 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Macon route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newark to Macon?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Macon at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Macon?
A bus trip from Newark to Macon generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Newark to Macon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Macon?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Newark to Macon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Newark to Macon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Macon, GA was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $297To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Macon, GA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $297 to $297 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Macon, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $297 which is on 2025-12-18.
