The cheapest way to get from Newark Airport to Manhattan is by bus combined with the PATH train, with the disadvantage of travel time and the need to transfer. The most convenient way is Uber or Booking.com Taxi, which is especially worthwhile when three or more people are traveling at the same time. See the article below for transit prices from Newark Airport, and separate articles for advice on how to get from JFK and LaGuardia.
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How to Get From Newark Airport to Manhattan
Newark is an airport in New Jersey, serving both domestic and international flights. It is located 11 mi southwest of downtown Manhattan. It is used as a back-up airport for New York, and is served by a number of airlines from Europe, including British Airways, Lufthansa, LOT Polish Airlines and TAP Air Portugal.
I last updated indicative fares from Newark Airport to Manhattan on 29 July 2024:
- Bus and Train PATH: $4.35
- Train: $13.75
- Shuttle: from $34 per person
- Uber: from $55 per car
- Booking.com Taxi: from $99 per car
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PATH Bus and Train
The cheapest way to get from Newark Airport to Manhattan is on New Jersey Transit buses. Outside the terminal, board bus 62, get off at Newark Penn Station. A one-way ticket costs $1.60, have change ready. The bus takes 25 minutes. At Penn Station, transfer to the PATH train, which will take you to the World Trade Center station in Manhattan for $2.75.
There you can transfer to other subway lines.
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Train
The best method of transportation to Manhattan is by train. Follow the AirTrain Newark signs in the terminal and take the free 10-minute ride to the Newark Airport Rail Station.
From the station, NJ Transit trains run every 15-30 minutes to Penn Station at the Manhattan intersection of 34th St and 8th Ave. Travel time is 24-26 minutes, with the train stopping first at Penn Station in Newark. Be careful not to get off early. Ticket price is $13.75, the ticket already includes the $8.25 fee for using AirTrain Newark.
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Car Rental at Newark Airport
Renting a car is the best option when you are travelling outside of New York City upon arrival. This will save you money on transit from the airport to Manhattan.
The lowest car rental rates in New York tend to be when you book one to two months in advance. For rentals, I recommend visiting RentalCars.com, which compares prices from 7 different car rental companies.
Cars rented through RentalCars include both compulsory liability and collision insurance. The advantage is the lowest price guarantee and the possibility to cancel the reservation in most cases within 48 hours before picking up the car. When choosing the time of pick-up and return, keep in mind that all car rental companies set a price for every 24 hours.
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Shuttle
A compromise between a taxi and public transport is a shuttle shared by multiple passengers. The shuttle drops you off at your hotel. For example, GO Airlink NYC operates between Newark and Manhattan, and the price per person starts at $34 including taxes and fees.
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Taxi, Uber and Lyft
The price for an Uber from Newark Airport to Manhattan starts at approximately $55–$70. Varies a lot depending on current demand, sometimes a competing Lyft can be cheaper. I strongly recommend avoiding the unmarked taxis and cabbies that lure victims into the terminal building. You’ll pay them significantly more than the going rate.
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Booking.com Taxi
If you are travelling with 4 or more people, Booking.com Taxi is an alternative to booking a car and driver in advance. The driver will pick you up directly at the terminal and take you to your destination. You can choose from cheaper car models and stylish limousines. The price varies depending on the destination, I recommend a non-binding calculation.
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