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

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Jersey City is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Jersey City is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Jersey City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at Jfk Blvd At Highland Ave. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Jersey City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 33rd Street and arriving at Journal Square. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Jersey City?

The distance between Manhattan and Jersey City is 7 miles. The road distance is 9.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manhattan to Jersey City without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs $4.

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

The train from 33rd Street to Journal Square takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Manhattan to Jersey City bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Jersey City train from?

Manhattan to Jersey City train services, operated by PATH, depart from 33rd Street station.

Train or bus from Manhattan to Jersey City?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Jersey City is to train which takes 23 min and costs $4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $24 and takes 39 min.

Where does the Manhattan to Jersey City bus arrive?

Manhattan to Jersey City bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Jfk Blvd At Highland Ave station.

Where does the Manhattan to Jersey City train arrive?

Manhattan to Jersey City train services, operated by PATH, arrive at Journal Square station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Jersey City?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Jersey City is 9 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Manhattan to Jersey City.

Where can I stay near Jersey City?

There are 3397+ hotels available in Jersey City.

Manhattan to Jersey City - 5 ways to travel via train, line 11 ferry, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Manhattan to Jersey City by train, ferry, tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 33rd Street to Journal Squaretrain Path
23 min
$4
Drive 9.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Jersey Citycar 9.4 mi
19 min
$2–3
Line 11 ferry, tram
1. Take the ferry from Midtown / W. 39th St. to Port Imperial / Weehawkenferry 11 / ...
2. Take the tram from Port Imperial Hblr Station to 2ND STREET stationtram Hblr
25 min
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Jfk Blvd At Highland Avebus 119
39 min
$8–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Jersey Citytaxi 9.4 mi
19 min
$35–45

Manhattan to Jersey City by train

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Distance: 6.8 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

PATH operates a train from 33rd Street to Journal Square every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $4 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, NJ Transit operates a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Jfk Blvd At Highland Ave every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $8–24 and the journey takes 39 min.

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