What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Newark to Times Square?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Newark to Times Square is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Newark to Times Square?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Newark to Times Square is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Newark and Times Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newark Penn Station station and arriving at Port Authority Bus Terminal. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Newark and Times Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newark Penn Station station and arriving at New York Penn Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Downtown Newark to Times Square?

The distance between Downtown Newark and Times Square is 10 miles. The road distance is 13.2 miles.

How do I travel from Downtown Newark to Times Square without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Newark to Times Square without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs $2 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Newark to Times Square?

The train from Newark, Penn Station to Penn Station takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Downtown Newark to Times Square bus from?

Downtown Newark to Times Square bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the Downtown Newark to Times Square train from?

Downtown Newark to Times Square train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train or bus from Downtown Newark to Times Square?

The best way to get from Downtown Newark to Times Square is to train which takes 21 min and costs $2 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $40 and takes 39 min.

Where does the Downtown Newark to Times Square bus arrive?

Downtown Newark to Times Square bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Downtown Newark to Times Square train arrive?

Downtown Newark to Times Square train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Downtown Newark to Times Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Newark to Times Square is 13 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Downtown Newark to Times Square.

How do I get a train ticket from Downtown Newark to Times Square?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Downtown Newark to Times Square?

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Where can I stay near Times Square?

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Downtown Newark to Times Square - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown Newark to Times Square by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec / ...
21 min
$2–550
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 108
39 min
$7–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Newark to Times Squaretaxi 13.2 mi
19 min
$50–60
Drive 13.2 mi
1. Drive from Downtown Newark to Times Squarecar 13.2 mi
19 min
$3–4

Downtown Newark to Times Square by train

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Distance: 10 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Downtown Newark, NJ, USA and Times Square, NY, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Newark Penn Station to New York Penn Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–11 and the journey takes 21 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, NJ Transit operates a bus from Newark Penn Station to Port Authority Bus Terminal every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $7–25 and the journey takes 39 min. Four other operators also service this route.

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