What is the cheapest way to get from Madison to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Madison to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Madison to Lower Manhattan is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison, NJ and arriving at Franklin & Varick. Services depart once daily, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Madison and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct train from Madison to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Madison and arriving at Prince St via 34 St-Herald Sq. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Madison to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Madison and Lower Manhattan is 75 miles. The road distance is 25.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Lower Manhattan without a car is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs $35 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Madison to Lower Manhattan?

The bus from Madison, NJ to Franklin & Varick takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Madison to Lower Manhattan bus from?

Madison to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by Boxcar, depart from Madison, NJ station.

Where do I catch the Madison to Lower Manhattan train from?

Madison to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Madison station.

Train or bus from Madison to Lower Manhattan?

The best way to get from Madison to Lower Manhattan is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs $35 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $18 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Madison to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

Madison to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by Boxcar, arrive at Franklin & Varick station.

Where does the Madison to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

Madison to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Madison to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Lower Manhattan is 26 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Madison to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3916+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

Madison to Lower Manhattan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Madison to Lower Manhattan by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madison, NJ to Franklin & Varickbus Nj
1h 10m
$35–50
Drive 25.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Madison to Lower Manhattancar 25.5 mi
36 min
$5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Madison to New York Penn Stationtrain Mne
1h 20m
$6–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madison to Lower Manhattantaxi 25.5 mi
36 min
$150–180
Bus via NYC - 43th St & Madison Ave
1. Take the bus from Madison, NJ to NYC - 43th St & Madison Avebus Nj
2. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 42 St to Broadway/Spring Stbus M1 / ...
1h 14m
$38–56

Madison to Lower Manhattan by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 74.3 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

Boxcar operates a bus from Madison, NJ to Franklin & Varick once daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, NJ Transit operates a train from Madison to New York Penn Station hourly. Tickets cost $2–15 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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