What is the cheapest way to get from Times Square to Essex County?

The cheapest way to get from Times Square to Essex County is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Times Square to Essex County?

The fastest way to get from Times Square to Essex County is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $60 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Times Square 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 Times Square 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 Times Square to Essex County?

The distance between Times Square and Essex County is 14 miles. The road distance is 17.7 miles.

How do I travel from Times Square to Essex County without a car?

The best way to get from Times Square to Essex County without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs $2 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Times Square to Essex County?

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

Where do I catch the Times Square to Essex County bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Times Square to Essex County train from?

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

Train or bus from Times Square to Essex County?

The best way to get from Times Square to Essex County is to train which takes 27 min and costs $2 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $26 and takes 52 min.

Where does the Times Square to Essex County bus arrive?

Times Square to Essex County bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Mississippi Ave Loop station.

Where does the Times Square to Essex County train arrive?

Times Square to Essex County train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Watsessing Avenue station.

Can I drive from Times Square to Essex County?

Yes, the driving distance between Times Square to Essex County is 18 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Times Square to Essex County.

Where can I stay near Essex County?

There are 2910+ hotels available in Essex County.

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There are 7 ways to get from Times Square 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
27 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 Times Square to Essex Countytaxi 17.6 mi
24 min
$60–80
Drive 17.6 mi
1. Drive from Times Square to Essex Countycar 17.6 mi
24 min
$4–5
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 7m
$3–535
Train, line 21 bus via Penn Station
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Nec / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Main St At Ashwood Terracebus 21
1h 10m
$4–16
Bus, line 71 bus
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Newark Penn Stationbus 108
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Mt Pleasant Ave At Jones Plbus 71
1h 34m
$9–42

Times Square to Essex County by train

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Distance: 13.5 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Times Square, 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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