What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Scotch Plains?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Scotch Plains is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Scotch Plains?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Scotch Plains is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Scotch Plains?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at Mountain Ave At Westfield Rd. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Scotch Plains?

No, there is no direct train from Manhattan station to Scotch Plains. However, there are services departing from New York Penn Station and arriving at Fanwood via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Manhattan to Scotch Plains?

The distance between Manhattan and Scotch Plains is 74 miles. The road distance is 27.7 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Scotch Plains without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Scotch Plains without a car is to bus which takes 1h 4m and costs $9 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Scotch Plains?

The bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Mountain Ave At Westfield Rd takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Scotch Plains bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Scotch Plains train from?

Manhattan to Scotch Plains train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from New York Penn Station.

Train or bus from Manhattan to Scotch Plains?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Scotch Plains is to bus which takes 1h 4m and costs $9 - $29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 - $23 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Manhattan to Scotch Plains bus arrive?

Manhattan to Scotch Plains bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Mountain Ave At Westfield Rd station.

Where does the Manhattan to Scotch Plains train arrive?

Manhattan to Scotch Plains train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Scotch Plains?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Scotch Plains is 28 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Manhattan to Scotch Plains.

Where can I stay near Scotch Plains?

There are 714+ hotels available in Scotch Plains.

Manhattan to Scotch Plains - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Manhattan to Scotch Plains by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Mountain Ave At Westfield Rdbus 114
1h 4m
$9–29
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Njcl / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Fanwoodtrain Rarv
1h 20m
$5–22
Drive 27.5 mi
1. Drive from Manhattan to Scotch Plainscar 27.5 mi
45 min
$5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Scotch Plainstaxi 27.5 mi
45 min
$160–200

Manhattan to Scotch Plains by bus

210Weekly Buses

1h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Scotch Plains, NJ, USA?

NJ Transit operates a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Mountain Ave At Westfield Rd hourly. Tickets cost $9–29 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from New York Penn Station to Fanwood via Newark Penn Station in around 1h 20m.

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