What is the cheapest way to get from New Jersey to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from New Jersey to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New Jersey to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from New Jersey to Lower Manhattan is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between New Jersey and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct bus from New Jersey station to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Broadway/Spring St via 5 Av/W 42 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between New Jersey and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newark Penn Station station and arriving at World Trade Center. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from New Jersey to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between New Jersey and Lower Manhattan is 9 miles. The road distance is 10.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from New Jersey to Lower Manhattan without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from New Jersey to Lower Manhattan?

The train from Newark, Penn Station to World Trade Center takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the New Jersey to Lower Manhattan bus from?

New Jersey to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the New Jersey to Lower Manhattan train from?

New Jersey to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by PATH, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train or bus from New Jersey to Lower Manhattan?

The best way to get from New Jersey to Lower Manhattan is to train which takes 25 min and costs $4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10 - $50 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the New Jersey to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

New Jersey to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the New Jersey to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

New Jersey to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by PATH, arrive at World Trade Center station.

Can I drive from New Jersey to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between New Jersey to Lower Manhattan is 10 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from New Jersey to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3556+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

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There are 4 ways to get from New Jersey to Lower Manhattan by train, bus (Greyhound), taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to World Trade Centertrain Path
25 min
$4
Drive 10.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Lower Manhattancar 10.4 mi
18 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 108
2. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 42 St to Broadway/Spring Stbus M1 / ...
1h 23m
$11–45
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newark to Lower Manhattantaxi 10.4 mi
18 min
$40–55

New Jersey to Lower Manhattan by train

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Distance: 8.8 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between New Jersey, USA and Lower Manhattan, NY, USA?

PATH operates a train from Newark Penn Station to World Trade Center every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $4 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newark Penn Station to Broadway/Spring St via Port Authority Bus Terminal and 5 Av/W 42 St in around 1h 23m.

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