The average bus between Journal Square and Beacon takes 3h 20m and the fastest bus takes 2h 50m. The bus service runs several times per day from Journal Square to Beacon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Journal Square and Beacon. The earliest departure is at 9:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Journal Square is at 6:17 PM which arrives into Beacon at 9:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Hoboken Ave At Summit Ave and take an average of 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Journal Square to Beacon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Journal Square to Beacon. However, there are services departing from Journal Square station and arriving at Beacon station via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Journal Square to Beacon bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Hoboken Ave At Summit Ave station.
Journal Square to Beacon bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center station.
The distance between Journal Square and Beacon is 86.2 km. The road distance is 244 km.
You can take a vehicle from Journal Square to Beekman St & High St via Hoboken Ave At Summit Ave, Port Authority Bus Terminal, and Rte 17K Park & Ride in around 4h 14m.