What is the cheapest way to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square?

The cheapest way to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square?

The fastest way to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs $100 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Union Station (NJ Transit) and Times Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salem Rd At Morris Ave and arriving at Port Authority Bus Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Union Station (NJ Transit) and Times Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Union and arriving at New York Penn Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square?

The distance between Union Station (NJ Transit) and Times Square is 15 miles. The road distance is 17.8 miles.

How do I travel from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square without a car?

The best way to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs $2 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square?

The train from Union to Penn Station takes 33 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square bus from?

Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Salem Rd At Morris Ave station.

Where do I catch the Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square train from?

Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Union station.

Train or bus from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square?

The best way to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square is to train which takes 33 min and costs $2 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $26 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square bus arrive?

Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square train arrive?

Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square is 18 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square.

Where can I stay near Times Square?

There are 3805+ hotels available in Times Square.

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There are 5 ways to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Square by train, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Union to New York Penn Stationtrain Rarv
33 min
$2–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salem Rd At Morris Ave to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 113
58 min
$8–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Squaretaxi 17.7 mi
30 min
$100–130
Drive 17.7 mi
1. Drive from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Times Squarecar 17.7 mi
30 min
$4–5
Train via Newark, Penn Station
1. Take the train from Union to Newark Penn Stationtrain Rarv
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec / ...
40 min
$5–20

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Distance: 15.3 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Union Station (NJ Transit), NJ, USA and Times Square, NY, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Union to New York Penn Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $2–12 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, NJ Transit operates a bus from Salem Rd At Morris Ave to Port Authority Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $8–26 and the journey takes 45 min.

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