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How to get fromJersey City to Beaconby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Jersey City to Beacon by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Beacontrain train Hudson
    2h 27m
    $19–28

  2. Drive 63.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Jersey City to Beaconcar car 63.6 mi
    1h 30m
    $12–17

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Jfk Blvd At Sip Ave to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus bus 119
    2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Centerbus bus ShortLine Hudson
    3h 53m
    $23–63

Jersey City to Beacon by train and foot

Calendar209Weekly Services
Duration2h 27mAverage Duration
Ticket$19Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 65.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Jersey City, NJ, USA and Beacon, NY, USA?

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Beacon hourly. Tickets cost $16–25 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jfk Blvd At Sip Ave to Beekman St & High St via Port Authority Bus Terminal and Rte 17K Park & Ride in around 3h 53m.

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