What is the cheapest way to get from New York to Union County?

The cheapest way to get from New York to Union County is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New York to Union County?

The fastest way to get from New York to Union County is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between New York and Union County?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at North Ave At Alden St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between New York and Union County?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New York Penn Station station and arriving at Cranford. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from New York to Union County?

The distance between New York and Union County is 19 miles. The road distance is 20 miles.

How do I travel from New York to Union County without a car?

The best way to get from New York to Union County without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs $2 - $13.

How long does it take to get from New York to Union County?

The train from Penn Station to Cranford takes 37 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the New York to Union County bus from?

New York to Union County bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the New York to Union County train from?

New York to Union County train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from New York Penn Station.

Train or bus from New York to Union County?

The best way to get from New York to Union County is to train which takes 37 min and costs $2 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $50 and takes 58 min.

Where does the New York to Union County bus arrive?

New York to Union County bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at North Ave At Alden St station.

Where does the New York to Union County train arrive?

New York to Union County train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Cranford station.

Can I drive from New York to Union County?

Yes, the driving distance between New York to Union County is 20 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from New York to Union County.

Where can I stay near Union County?

There are 665+ hotels available in Union County.

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There are 5 ways to get from New York to Union County by train, bus, car, taxi, or train (Amtrak)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Cranfordtrain Rarv
37 min
$2–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to North Ave At Alden Stbus 113
58 min
$8–50
Drive 19.9 mi
1. Drive from New York to Union Countycar 19.9 mi
30 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New York to Union Countytaxi 19.9 mi
30 min
$110–140
Train via Newark, Penn Station
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Cranfordtrain Rarv
1h 6m
$4–540

New York to Union County by train

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Distance: 19.4 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between New York, NY, USA and Union County, NJ, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from New York Penn Station to Cranford every 4 hours. Tickets cost $2–13 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, NJ Transit operates a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to North Ave At Alden St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–27 and the journey takes 58 min. Boxcar also services this route 3 times a day.

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