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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 31m
    $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
    4h 14m
    $23–63

Jersey City to Beacon by train and foot

Calendar199Weekly Services
Duration2h 31mAverage Duration
Ticket$19Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 65.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 31m

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 26m. 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 4h 14m.

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