What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Lee and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Main St At Central Rd and arriving at Broadway/Spring St via 5 Av/W 42 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Fort Lee and Lower Manhattan is 49 miles. The road distance is 12.4 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan without a car is to bus and line 1 subway which takes 54 min and costs $12 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan?

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan bus from?

Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Main St At Central Rd station.

Where does the Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan is 12 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3920+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 1 subway, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan by bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Bus, line 1 subway
best
1. Take the bus from G W Bridge Plaza East to Gw Bridge Bus Terminalbus 171 / ...
2. Take the subway from 168 St-Washington Hts to Franklin Stsubway 1 / ...
54 min
$12–28
Drive 12.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattancar 12.3 mi
21 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Main St At Central Rd to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 158 / ...
2. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 42 St to Broadway/Spring Stbus M1 / ...
1h 16m
$12–33
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fort Lee to Lower Manhattantaxi 12.3 mi
21 min
$55–70

Fort Lee to Lower Manhattan by bus and subway

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Distance: 48.8 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Fort Lee, NJ, USA and Lower Manhattan, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Main St At Central Rd to Broadway/Spring St via Port Authority Bus Terminal and 5 Av/W 42 St in around 1h 16m.

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