What is the cheapest way to get from Highlands to New York, NY?

The cheapest way to get from Highlands to New York, NY is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Highlands to New York, NY?

The fastest way to get from Highlands to New York, NY is to ferry via Allen St/Grand St which takes 1h 6m and costs $12 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Highlands and New York, NY?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Highlands, NJ and arriving at Varick St At N Moore St. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 44m.

Is there a direct ferry between Highlands and New York, NY?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Highlands, NJ and arriving at Pier 11/Wall St., NYC. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Highlands to New York, NY?

The distance between Highlands and New York, NY is 23 miles. The road distance is 48.1 miles.

How do I travel from Highlands to New York, NY without a car?

The best way to get from Highlands to New York, NY without a car is to ferry via Allen St/Grand St which takes 1h 6m and costs $12 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Highlands to New York, NY?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Highlands to New York, NY, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Highlands to New York, NY bus from?

Highlands to New York, NY bus services, operated by Academy Bus, depart from Highlands, NJ station.

Where does the Highlands to New York, NY bus arrive?

Highlands to New York, NY bus services, operated by Academy Bus, arrive at Varick St At N Moore St station.

Can I drive from Highlands to New York, NY?

Yes, the driving distance between Highlands to New York, NY is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Highlands to New York, NY.

Where can I stay near New York, NY?

There are 3943+ hotels available in New York, NY.

Highlands to New York, NY - 6 ways to travel via ferry, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Highlands to New York, NY by ferry, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Ferry via Allen St/Grand St
best
1. Take the ferry from Highlands, NJ to Pier 11/Wall St., NYCferry Seastreak
1h 6m
$13–43
Drive 47.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Highlands to New York, NYcar 47.8 mi
1h 6m
$9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Highlands, NJ to Varick St At N Moore Stbus Route 36
1h 59m
$30–50
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Highlands to New York, NYtaxi 47.8 mi
1h 6m
$180–230
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Highlands, NJ to Pier 11/Wall St., NYCferry Seastreak
1h 9m
$9–40
Taxi, subway
1. Take the taxi from Highlands to Brighton Beachtaxi
2. Take the subway from Brighton Beach to Grand Stsubway B
1h 41m
$176–208

Highlands to New York, NY by ferry, bus, and foot

64Weekly Services

1h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 23.2 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Highlands, NJ, USA and New York, NY, USA?

Seastreak operates a ferry from Highlands, NJ to Pier 11/Wall St., NYC every 3 hours. Tickets cost $9–40 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, Academy Bus operates a bus from Highlands, NJ to Varick St At N Moore St once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 1h 44m.

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