What is the distance between New York City and Watertown?

New York City and Watertown are 247 miles (398 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Watertown?

If you're headed to Watertown from New York City, chances are that your bus will depart from New York Port Authority and arrive at 540 State St. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus New York City to Watertown from $96 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Watertown on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00am	New York Port Authority	7h	5:00pm	Watertown, NY	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:00am	New York Port Authority	11h 15m	6:15pm	Watertown, NY	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Watertown on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30am	New York Port Authority	5h 45m	5:15pm	Watertown, NY	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:00am	New York Port Authority	11h 15m	6:15pm	Watertown, NY	No tags
Bus	10:00am	New York Port Authority	7h	5:00pm	Watertown, NY	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:26 PM EST.

Get from New York City to Watertown

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

244 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Watertown?

Stops in New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Stops in Watertown

A
540 State St
540 State St (North Dr Inn Theatre Corp), Watertown, NY 13601
B
Seaway Plaza
22088 US-11, Watertown, NY 13601, USA

Compare bus companies

New York Trailways

4/54,414 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

According to customer reviews, the team's lack of respect and rude behavior towards customers is a major concern. Additionally, there were unpleasant experiences during trips on July 6th, including turning back for passengers left behind and discomfort caused by a homeless passenger with an odor issue.

New York Trailways New York City Watertown recent customer reviews

It's not their fault maybe, but our second trip on July 6th was painful. Driver had to turn around for the passengers that were left at the last stop. Then our first trip on July 6th, was definitely unbearable. I understand she was a paying passenger but man, there was a homeless lady who stunk the whole bus from NYC to Syracuse.

Mari Abigaille P.

July 7, 2023

The respect your team has for its customers is little to none they are rude and disrespectful

Imone C.

June 18, 2022

Good service

Alexander A.

December 28, 2021

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,127 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City to Watertown, NY by bus

What is the distance between New York City and Watertown?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Watertown?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/24

$131

11/25

$131

Today

$151

11/27

$187

11/28

$124

11/29

$125

11/30

$138

12/01

No data

The cheapest trip from New York City to Watertown, NY was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $124

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 Watertown, NY, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $124 to $187 for a bus ticket from New York City to Watertown, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $124 which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways 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.