NYC Travel Guide: Cheapest and Fastest Way from Newark to NYC

[@hsiehkuochen]

REALLY REALLY REALLY VERY THANK YOU I have to go to New York in September (2019) to get a lot of information.

[@Jenniferobrien]

Oh so glad it was helpful! Thanks!

[@hsiehkuochen]

@@Jenniferobrien ^_^

[@davidempire4874]

Update: as of 2020, the AirTrain had a fair hike up to $7.75, making it not as cheap. However, there is a way to get to Manhattan for as low as $2.75, the cost of a Subway ticket, from JFK, or $4.35 from EWR. To get from JFK to Manhattan: 1. If you aren't already at Terminal 5, take the AirTrain there (no fare required between terminals). 2. At Terminal 5, board the MTA Q10 Bus and take it to Lefferts Blvd & Liberty Ave. 3. Transfer to the A Train (it's a free transfer) at Ozone Park-Lefferts Blvd. The A Train goes nearly the entire length of Manhattan from the Financial District to Inwood. To return to JFK from Manhattan: 1. Take the A Train to Ozone Park-Lefferts Blvd. Note that there are multiple A Train routes. You want the one to Ozone Park-Lefferts Blvd, NOT Rockaway Park-Beach 116th St or Far Rockaway-Mott Ave. 2. Transfer to the Q10 Bus (it's a free transfer) at Lefferts Blvd & Liberty Ave (right outside the station), and take it to JFK Terminal 5. 3. If you're flight isn't in Terminal 5, take the AirTrain (free between terminals) to your terminal. To get from EWR to Manhattan: 1. From any terminal, take the NJ Transit Bus 62 to Newark Penn Station. The fare is $1.60. 2. At Newark Penn Station, transfer to the PATH train. The fare is $2.75 and accepts MetroCards. Take the PATH to its eastern terminus at World Trade Center in Downtown Manhattan, in which you can transfer to the Subway to get you anywhere you need to go. To return to EWR from Manhattan: 1. At World Trade Center, take the PATH train to Newark Penn Station. 2. At Newark Penn Station, transfer to NJ Transit Bus 62 to EWR. I highly recommend you make an updated video, so you can save even more money.

[@marvinlgl]

From the PATH in eastern world trade center, you can transfer to Brooklyn? What is the fare?

[@davidempire4874]

@@marvinlgl $2.75 for the PATH ad $2.75 for the MTA NYC Subway ($5.50 in total)

[@constantinocastillo9366]

If I am arriving to JFK Airport and want to pay only 2.75 to Manhattan and don’t have a metrocard, can I pay the Q10 bus with exact change and ask the driver for a transfer ticket?

[@OriginalBernieBro]

Holy sh!t, going to NYC this weekend with my two boys and would've gotten off at Newark Penn instead of NYC Penn where we are staying, from Tampa.

[@srfurley]

I used EWR several times from London between 2002 and 2010. Would definitely recommend it over JFK which I had to use once. The first time several large flights had just landed and the queues at immigration looked terrible; I thought it woulf take hours to get through, but they opened lots of extra desks for non.US citizens, and got through in about 15-20 minutes. Customs was even quicker, handed over white card and was asked one question; about 10 seconds in total. I was staying in Jersey City, so needed to take PATH to Journal Square. Had to take NJTransit just one stop to Newark Penn Station to get onto PATH. I wish they would either extend the Airtrain to Newark Penn Station, or extend PATH to the airport station to avoid having to change twice. The one time I had to use JFK to return home on a Sunday morning was a nightmare. This was before Airtrain JFK opened.

[@georgepolasky9809]

You’re wonderful, Jen. Please make as many NYC metro area transportation videos as you possibly can. Many thanks. ☺️☺️☺️

[@anibalvalente3017]

George take the Pulaski Skyway to NYC. Jenny and I are taking a LIMO......LOL.

[@Lt184]

As always looking stunning, love that playful attitude. And always a great information sharing video well done MissJ

[@Jpvmw]

Im going to NY for my very first time arriving to Newark first so your video is perfect to me

[@erickfloresma]

Thank u for the info! Going for the first time ! On March 4!!

[@Jenniferobrien]

Oh yay welcome hope you have a wonderful trip!

[@MsAli1313]

Ill be there before you on the 3rd

[@MannyExploresVlog]

Very accurate video, I like 5 minutes away from Newark Airport

[@Jenniferobrien]

Amazing, so glad you liked it, thank you! :)

[@Jenniferobrien]

Did you find this video helpful? Any more NYC questions? Would you like to see more Airport guides? Let me know in the comments below I love reading and responding to your comments!

[@adamharford5099]

An in depth guide of La Guardia would be nice

[@alexandraiancu7583]

How about a comparison between the NY airports? Which one to pick? I would really appreciate some info on the airports and the transportations from them (JFK, LGA, etc) to Manhattan 😁 it is a bit of a struggle for a tourist, especially for a non-USA tourist 😁

[@luisespineira9882]

Jennifer O'Brien Great video. Good thing you mentioned about confusing New York Penn and Newark Penn Station. Also taking the subway from Penn if you not staying near by.

[@Jenniferobrien]

Oh yes, that is definitely coming next, it is a struggle for everyone, even researching this video I had so much trouble finding out the real information online about if the Airtrain for example online but going there it all came together and I asked people and verified all the information to help! Can't wait to do a comparison of all the airports next!

[@Jenniferobrien]

Oh yes, coming right up, happy to create one! :)

[@ariel340]

Travelling tomorrow to NYC via EWR. Very helpful guide THANK YOU!

[@Jenniferobrien]

So glad you found it helpful thanks for watching! :)

[@joseagarcia6799]

Thanks for informing me I go this weekend, cheaper and easier

[@tonymmm2850]

Thanks Jennifer your guidance is always a bonus and well explained love nyc

[@Jenniferobrien]

Thank you so much, so glad to help!

[@StanfordChiou]

I always wondered about all those Penn and Union Stations, and now I know why.

[@br3bid10]

Heading to nyc for the first time tomorrow, using this as my guide to get from Newark into the city:)

[@stylex927]

Very helpful and well made video! Im arriving on March 31 in Newark, staying in midtown. Thank you very much!

[@JohnDoe-cd6ro]

I live in Elizabeth so we usually just take the train to Newark Penn Station from the North Elizabeth station and then just hop on the Path, transfer at the Journal Square station, headed towards 33rd and get off on 9th when we're hanging out by St. Marks or Alphabet City. Saves you a couple bucks too. There is no worse feeling than being stuck in the city waiting on a NJ Transit train back when you've missed the last one. I think all of us from Jersey can attest to that. Lol

[@genevieveEL]

Best Vid for this info thus far

[@johngreene8464]

Great and informative video. Thank you 😊

[@kyleboodoo2501]

This video makes me wonder alot. In Trinidad we have an issue with traffic. We had trains long ago and they have been out of order for decades. This video made me realise how important trains are and how essential they are in cutting traffic woes. The stop at the Newark Penn station could trap alot of people so that was something great you highlighted. Nowadays most persons are unaware of their surrounding because headsets are always in their ears etc. But another great video. For persons like me who want to learn your country, can you do uploads on the safer states, the more convenient states in terms of cost of vacationing (price of food, shopping etc). Have a happy sunday Jen Jen!

[@Jenniferobrien]

Happy Sunday! Agreed trains for transportation are so important and yes so many people make that mistake! Definitely an issue when so many people listen to music and get distracted so easily! Thanks for your comment and suggestions, really appreciate it!

[@thingswithtracy6786]

Thank you, this was very helpful since ill be traveling solo into New York this month.

[@emersonboritza]

It’s a good and cheaper way to get Manhattan! I’ll remember that, if I’ll get USA 🇺🇸 via this Airport! Thanks Jeniffer 🤗

[@Jenniferobrien]

Yes happy to help thanks so much for your comment! :)

[@adamharford5099]

Hey nice to see another great video Jen :)

[@Jenniferobrien]

Yay, first comment! Thank you so much, love uploading on Sundays, Sundays are my new favorite day! :)

[@ActionKid]

Very informative! I’m sure the “Newark Penn Station” vs New York Penn Station has trapped many people before. I’ve also heard good things about the Newark Airport Express, which costs $17 one way and is a direct ride to/from Midtown and the airport. Since it’s a bus, it’s also subject to traffic conditions.

[@thegeneral123]

Yay! You listened to my feedback asking for an airports to Midtown guide months ago! Newark is the airport I've always travelled through. I always did the airtrain and then the train into Penn Station.

[@Jenniferobrien]

Yes! I love hearing suggestions for videos thanks so much! I add them all to a list and then finally had a full day to go to Newark and shoot yesterday and edited this this morning, let me know if there are any other ideas you’d like to see videos for! Thanks so much!

[@thegeneral123]

@@Jenniferobrien I do have an idea tbh, something I've been thinking about. I'll do some more research first though.

[@Jenniferobrien]

Ok the suspense is awesome haha make a new comment (not reply so I make sure I see it!)

[@gregcleveland6270]

Great tips, as usual! Thanks.

[@Jenniferobrien]

Thanks so much! Happy to help!

[@Golfadventureswithchris]

I'll have to look into flights to Newark next time. Last time I flow into JFK

[@swrenn]

I'm close enough to drive, but great video to pass along to those flying into Newark! Or myself if I ever need to get to that airport from Manhattan! Wasn't sure how to do that on public transit.

[@Jenniferobrien]

Very nice, if you can drive that’s super convenient! Thanks so much!

[@swrenn]

@@Jenniferobrien yeah, I'm coming from Northeast PA, so I'm not flying into New York, but good to have to pass along 😁 And yes, a video on all the airports would be great!

[@monim.germany5790]

Very good Information, thanks a lot from Germany 👍🙋‍♀️

[@Jenniferobrien]

Happy to help! :) Loved visiting Frankfurt last year, good morning from Brooklyn!

[@gazriley624]

i can only catch a flight to JFK but i know how to get to the city from there great post as always Jen x

[@Jenniferobrien]

Oh great, ok next up a JFK video! :) Thanks for your comment as always!

[@gregpowers4208]

Thanks. Big help!

[@sarahmilner8483]

Jen is the train all overground to Penn... I'm clostrophobic and can't do subway at all it freaks me out so I spend a fortune on taxis.. This could really help save some money for better things in ny

[@hbk12fan]

As someone taking a trip to NYC in July, I've found so many of your videos helpful. Thank you!

[@cherylanncollins4419]

So helpful Jen as when I visit in May I am arriving from Newark which I have never done before 😁❤👌

[@Itswateva]

Sin I’m coming to NYC next week. I’m from warmer climate, I’m afraid it’ll be too cold to walk and sightsee any tips?

[@ericalvarado1763]

Very very helpful! Thank you!

[@alexandraiancu7583]

Helpfull. Thanks. What about from LGA airport to Manhattan? 😁 wish you could do a video for that too. Anyways, thanks for doing such a good job with your videos 🤗😚🙏

[@Jenniferobrien]

Oh yes, happy to do LGA airport to Manhattan, it's such a scenic airport too definitely has the best views for sure! :)

[@alexandraiancu7583]

So I've heard about the views. Actually LGA is my 1st option for landing to NY. But I am kinda scared about getting from the airport to the hotel which is in Manhattan. So I'm glad I found your channel and I really, really appreciate the effort of creating these helpfull videos. I know it's not easy so thank you!!! 🤗❤

[@skypesos]

Laguardia is easier than Newark to manhattan. Assuming your final destination is in midtown, take Q70 bus and transfer to the E or F train at Jackson heights-Roosevelt ave/74th st

[@alexandraiancu7583]

@@skypesos thanks a lot for the information. I will note this down and yah, my final destination will be midtown Manhattan

[@FrankG5874]

@@skypesos The R Train as well too.

[@jeffk5724]

Great video Jen. Very informative. What are the other options besides NY Penn station at the kiosk? NJ is a lot cheaper to stay in when visiting NYC.

[@HungryGuyStories]

I take NJ Transit (trains generally run every hour or so -- more often during rush hour) from Penn Station to Newark Airport then the monorail to the terminals. IMO, that's the easiest way that's not too expensive. Amtrak is more expensive and way more comfortable, but Amtrak only runs a few trains a day and it's a short train ride so the comfort improvement isn't that big a deal. If you're Trump, you take a cab or hire a car to take you.

[@Jenniferobrien]

Agreed, I do the same NJ Transit over Amtrak. Yes, I like that NJ Transit comes every 10-15 minutes!

[@Isaac-lg2wd]

I did that haha. Nice video!

[@Jenniferobrien]

Yay! So glad!

[@sandrahalford7932]

Thank you so much for this info. Heading to NY mid July. Are suitcases easy to manage by train, lifts etc. staying at The New Yorker, think this is near Penn Station. Thanks again

[@bpadian]

very helpful, thank you

[@Jenniferobrien]

Happy to help!

[@manuelitafebres4173]

What about path?

[@jennyt7612]

Do you have to buy a separate ticket for the airtrain or is it included in the one to NY Penn Stn? Thanks

[@davedaniels8211]

Hi Jennifer, we're arriving at Newark Airport 7:30pm on 5th March , 2021, staying not far from Times Square , before departing on 8th March back to UK on Queen Mary 2 . Believe me , we're on a budget ! At this late arrival time , immigration , customs etc , would you suggest , subway , bus or taxi ? We're 'oldies' who still backpack , but got a great price on the ship . Regards .

[@darrinsiberia]

Amtrak from Newark Airport takes you directly to Grand Central.

[@yangzhengqing8024]

Jen actually will need to go from EWR to JFK to get a connecting flight. Can you tell me how? And can I arrange tickets ahead of time?

[@tinachen1540]

Thanks for all the info! Would you know the quickest way to get from Penn Station to Times Square?

[@jerseydevil1995]

Either walk or take the 1/2/3 train one stop uptown

[@gracewithouttears3687]

Where can I learn more details about a round trip ticket since I’ll need to get back to the airport four days after going into the city? Is it better to purchase one way each time or just do a round trip ticket?

[@frankdux6930]

Has it just gone up again? To 15.25? Thanks.

[@racoonzattack]

Hey Jenn! First of all thanks for the video. I’m actually traveling to Newark this Saturday and will be there for a few hours between flights. If my plane arrives at 7:48 am and my other flight departs at 10:43 pm. Do you think I have enough time to go to Penn Station in NY and be back in Newark in time for my 10:43 pm flight considering check in and security lines. I won’t have a suitcase so check in will depend on how many people there are. I think so but I want to make sure by asking someone who’s taken the trip. The other thing I was considering is taking a Lyft or Uber to Sacred Heart Cathedral which is like 15 minutes from Newark Airport without traffic. Which one would you recommend? Thanks in advance.

[@Jenniferobrien]

Great questions so sorry for the delayed response, you can leave and go back just make sure you give yourself time going back to avoid 6pm rush hour traffic, I need to make a video about this! How was your day did you get to see things?

[@huseyinkara123]

where do you offer for family with child to live park slope,hoboken,weehawken or anywhere ?

[@leyladallakyan9757]

Hello . How to get to the city Wayne from EWR airport ? Thank you.

[@Br0nxfr]

To be Honest. JFK is a good one but I prefer Westchester Airport Cause it Only Serves , Jet Blue , United And Yea

[@FrankG5874]

From Trenton it's $18 one way to Newark Airport, but it's the cheapest way to EWR.

[@newmabreu96]

hi, im gonna fly to Orlando, im coming from europe and i have a connection flight in Newark airport, and the waiting at the airport from the moment i arrive in Newark airport to my next flight to Orlando is around 9 hours, instead of walking around in circles and since iv never been to New York, i think this would be the perfect opportunity, im only scared if i get lost and i dont get back to the airport on time, is it easy to navigate? how much a ticket going and coming back?

[@samiamLatina]

What about kids are they free?

[@shuhaoruan3018]

If I am an NYU Tandon(in downtown Brooklyn) student, is Newark still the most cost-effective choice compared to JFK/LaGuardia airport? I know flying to Newark is cheap, but might be a little far away from Brooklyn, right?

[@optikdave]

take the train to penn station newark, transfewr to PATH trains to World Trade Center and you can get a NY subway to brooklyn

[@dianabiatrizmorenodelaconc7145]

thank youuu♥

[@alonsoandresruizvelasquez9069]

I have a question. Why do we have to put 99999? In the machine ... I did not get this part Thanks in advance

[@Jenniferobrien]

Alonso Andres Ruiz Velasquez that’s the zip code if you do not have a US zip code

[@alonsoandresruizvelasquez9069]

Jennifer O'Brien I’m traveling to NEw York and I will get to the Newark airport. So, that means I need to include 99999 in the machine ...?

[@Jenniferobrien]

Only if paying with credit card and it asks for a zip code you don’t need to if you pay with US dollars

[@alonsoandresruizvelasquez9069]

Jennifer O'Brien thanks a lot... great to know it

[@NewYorkCityonTwoWheels]

Biggest problem with Newark International - it's in Jersey! Haha, just kidding! Thanks for your local knowledge - and as always, great production.

[@Jenniferobrien]

Haha funny! Thanks so much for watching, have a great day!

[@NewYorkCityonTwoWheels]

Jennifer O'Brien Yeah I crack myself up. Have a great day! Snow and ice coming tonight so keep safe!

[@Jenniferobrien]

Oh no thanks for the heads up didn’t realize stay safe!

[@msuztariz]

How to get JFK airport from Newark Airport? Can you help me?

[@darrinsiberia]

Uber.

[@richardferrigno8529]

at ny penn station what train do I take to new haven ct union station

[@Jenniferobrien]

You can get the train at Grand Central called New Haven 1594! Have a great visit!

[@sumandl]

subbed!

[@filiprandjak9715]

Hey there, thanks for a supereasy guide. I'm flying to Newark soon and I have one question: Do I need data (or any internet connection) to activate the NJ transit ticket in the phone app? Since I'm from Europe, it might be a little bit too expensive to use data in the US. Thank you for your help.

[@Jenniferobrien]

Good question yes the app uses the internet to sign in or sign up for an account so I can’t use it when I board a train underground in Penn for example you have to set it up when you have WiFi before you go underground or if you have data

[@movethebox1503]

Obviously newark penn station looks better than New York’s and u can see actually sun light so next time they go to nyc they’ll tell the difference

[@michaeltuffin8147]

How do people mistake them. One is underground, one isn’t lol

[@sanini1260]

Apparently this is $21 dollars now

[@crispin8888]

Five 9's for the Zipcode. How tedious. Can we just put 45 (for those who know their Times Tables) and be done with it ? 🙄😏

[@Jenniferobrien]

Haha that’s a good one!

[@chandlerbingbong]

Far too complicated. Much easier to get on the EWR Airport bus and jump off in Midtown. Job-done!

[@Jenniferobrien]

Another option for sure, thanks for watching!

[@tabithaqualls3037]

Second

[@Jenniferobrien]

Yay you're second! Woo hoo! Thanks so much!