What is the cheapest way to get from South River to Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from South River to Manhattan is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South River to Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from South River to Manhattan is to bus which takes 47 min and costs $10 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between South River and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rt-18 At West Ferris St and arriving at Port Authority Bus Terminal. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from South River to Manhattan?

The distance between South River and Manhattan is 84 miles. The road distance is 40.2 miles.

How do I travel from South River to Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from South River to Manhattan without a car is to bus which takes 47 min and costs $10 - $35.

How long does it take to get from South River to Manhattan?

The bus from Rt-18 At West Ferris St to Port Authority Bus Terminal takes 47 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the South River to Manhattan bus from?

South River to Manhattan bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Rt-18 At West Ferris St station.

Where does the South River to Manhattan bus arrive?

South River to Manhattan bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from South River to Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between South River to Manhattan is 40 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from South River to Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Manhattan?

There are 3863+ hotels available in Manhattan.

South River to Manhattan - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 815 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from South River to Manhattan by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rt-18 At West Ferris St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 138
47 min
$10–35
Line 815 bus, train via South Amboy
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main At Jackson St to Broadway At Augusta Stbus 815
2. Take the train from South Amboy to New York Penn Stationtrain Njcl / ...
1h 50m
$4–21
Drive 39.9 mi
1. Drive from South River to Manhattancar 39.9 mi
52 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South River to Manhattantaxi 39.9 mi
52 min
$150–190
Line 815 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Main St Between Wilcox/Devoe to George St At Albany Stbus 811 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albany St & Spring St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Suburban Transit
1h 55m
$17–40
Line 815 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Main St Between Wilcox/Devoe to George St At Albany Stbus 811 / ...
2. Take the train from New Brunswick to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
2h 2m
$7–25

South River to Manhattan by bus

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Distance: 83.4 mi
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between South River, NJ, USA and Manhattan, NY, USA?

NJ Transit operates a bus from Rt-18 At West Ferris St to Port Authority Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost $10–35 and the journey takes 47 min.

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