What is the cheapest way to get from Newark to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Chester is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newark to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Newark to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Newark and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Newark station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Chester Park Ride via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Newark to Chester?

The distance between Newark and Chester is 150 miles. The road distance is 55.2 miles.

How do I travel from Newark to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Newark to Chester without a car is to bus which takes 2h 44m and costs $22 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Newark to Chester?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Newark to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newark to Chester bus from?

Newark to Chester bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where does the Newark to Chester bus arrive?

Newark to Chester bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Newark to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Chester is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Newark to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 104+ hotels available in Chester.

Newark to Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Newark to Chester by bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 108
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Chester Park Ridebus ShortLine Hudson
2h 44m
$23–72
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Secaucus Lower Level to Harrimantrain Mnbnp
2. Take the bus from Metro North Station - Harriman to Rt 17M & Moffat Lnbus ShortLine Hudson
3h 23m
$9–36
Drive 54.8 mi
1. Drive from Newark to Chestercar 54.8 mi
1h 9m
$10–15

Newark to Chester by bus

141Weekly Buses

2h 44mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.6 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Chester, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Newark Penn Station to Chester Park Ride via Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 2h 44m.

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