What is the cheapest way to get from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Rockaway and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from W Main St At Wall St and arriving at Franklin & Varick via Convent Station, NJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Rockaway and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct train from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Dover and arriving at Prince St via 34 St-Herald Sq. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Rockaway and Lower Manhattan is 49 miles. The road distance is 33.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs $6 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockaway to Lower Manhattan bus from?

Rockaway to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from W Main St At Wall St station.

Where do I catch the Rockaway to Lower Manhattan train from?

Rockaway to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Dover station.

Train or bus from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan?

The best way to get from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs $6 - $26. Alternatively, you can line 880 bus and bus, which costs $35 - $70 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Rockaway to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

Rockaway to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Rail Station Parking Lot Off Morris St.

Where does the Rockaway to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

Rockaway to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockaway to Lower Manhattan is 33 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3706+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

Rockaway to Lower Manhattan - 5 ways to travel via train, line 880 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Rockaway to Lower Manhattan by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover to New York Penn Stationtrain Mne
2h 28m
$6–26
Line 880 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from W Main St At Wall St to Rail Station Parking Lot Off Morris Stbus 880
2. Take the bus from Convent Station, NJ to Franklin & Varickbus Nj
3h 11m
$39–67
Drive 33.1 mi
1. Drive from Rockaway to Lower Manhattancar 33.1 mi
44 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rockaway to Lower Manhattantaxi 33.1 mi
44 min
$150–180
Line 880 bus, train
1. Take the bus from W Main St At Wall St to Rail Station Parking Lot Off Morris Stbus 880
2. Take the train from Morristown to New York Penn Stationtrain Mne
2h 33m
$7–27

Rockaway to Lower Manhattan by bus, train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 48.4 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Rockaway, NJ, USA and Lower Manhattan, NY, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Dover to New York Penn Station hourly. Tickets cost $2–19 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from W Main St At Wall St to Franklin & Varick via Rail Station Parking Lot Off Morris St, Morristown, Convent, and Convent Station, NJ in around 3h 11m.

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