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Trip Overview

The average train between Montclair and Lower Manhattan takes 59 min and the fastest train takes 52 min. The train service runs several times per day from Montclair to Lower Manhattan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

59 min
Duration
19 mi
Distance
$11
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Montclair to Lower Manhattan train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Montclair and Lower Manhattan. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Montclair is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Lower Manhattan at 11:29 PM. All services require a transfer at Penn Station and take an average of 59 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    NJ TransitMTA52 min • 1 change
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    NJ TransitMTA1h 2m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitMTA1h 3m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitMTA56 min • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Montclair to Lower Manhattan? 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.

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  • Distance: 19.2 mi
  • Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Montclair, NJ, USA and Lower Manhattan, NY, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Watchung Avenue to New York Penn Station hourly. Tickets cost $3–15 and the journey takes 46 min.

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