What is the cheapest way to get from Jersey City to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Jersey City to Chester is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jersey City to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Jersey City to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Jersey City and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Jersey City to Chester. However, there are services departing from Jfk Blvd At Sip Ave and arriving at Chester Park Ride via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Jersey City to Chester?

The distance between Jersey City and Chester is 54 miles. The road distance is 56.1 miles.

How do I travel from Jersey City to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Jersey City to Chester without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 16m and costs $6 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Jersey City to Chester?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Jersey City to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jersey City to Chester bus from?

Jersey City to Chester bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Jfk Blvd At Sip Ave station.

Where does the Jersey City to Chester bus arrive?

Jersey City to Chester bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Jersey City to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Jersey City to Chester is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Jersey City to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 83+ hotels available in Chester.

Jersey City to Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Secaucus Lower Level to Harrimantrain Mnbnp
2. Take the bus from Metro North Station - Harriman to Rt 17M & Moffat Lnbus ShortLine Hudson
2h 16m
$7–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jfk Blvd At Sip Ave to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 119
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Chester Park Ridebus ShortLine Hudson
2h 44m
$22–57
Drive 55.7 mi
1. Drive from Jersey City to Chestercar 55.7 mi
1h 10m
$11–15

Jersey City to Chester by train and bus

38Weekly Services

2h 16mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Jfk Blvd At Sip Ave to Chester Park Ride via Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 2h 44m.

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