What is the cheapest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County?

The cheapest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County?

The fastest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Port Authority Bus Terminal and Essex County?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at Mississippi Ave Loop. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Port Authority Bus Terminal and Essex County?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New York Penn Station station and arriving at Watsessing Avenue. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County?

The distance between Port Authority Bus Terminal and Essex County is 14 miles. The road distance is 17.3 miles.

How long does it take to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County?

The train from Penn Station to Watsessing Avenue takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County train from?

Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from New York Penn Station.

Train or bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County?

The best way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County is to train which takes 41 min and costs $2 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $26 and takes 52 min.

Where does the Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County bus arrive?

Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Mississippi Ave Loop station.

Where does the Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County train arrive?

Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Watsessing Avenue station.

Can I drive from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County is 17 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County.

Where can I stay near Essex County?

There are 3550+ hotels available in Essex County.

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There are 6 ways to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County by train, bus, taxi, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Watsessing Avenuetrain Bntnm
41 min
$2–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Mississippi Ave Loopbus 101
52 min
$8–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex Countytaxi 17.2 mi
24 min
$60–75
Drive 17.2 mi
1. Drive from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex Countycar 17.2 mi
24 min
$4–5
Bus, line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Newark Penn Stationbus Greyhound US0355 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Main St At Ashwood Terracebus 21
1h 17m
$8–43
Train, line 21 bus
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Main St At Ashwood Terracebus 21
1h 19m
$3–535

Port Authority Bus Terminal to Essex County by foot and train

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Distance: 14.3 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Port Authority Bus Terminal, NY, USA and Essex County, NJ, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from New York Penn Station to Watsessing Avenue hourly. Tickets cost $2–12 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, NJ Transit operates a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Mississippi Ave Loop 4 times a day. Tickets cost $8–26 and the journey takes 52 min. Rockland Coaches also services this route 4 times a week.

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