What is the cheapest way to get from Astoria to Highlands?

The cheapest way to get from Astoria to Highlands is to drive which costs $9 - $15 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Astoria to Highlands?

The fastest way to get from Astoria to Highlands is to ferry which takes 1h 10m and costs $12 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Astoria and Highlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Astoria to Highlands. However, there are services departing from E 42 St/1 Av and arriving at Highlands, NJ via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct ferry between Astoria and Highlands?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 35th St., NYC and arriving at Highlands, NJ. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Astoria to Highlands?

The distance between Astoria and Highlands is 27 miles. The road distance is 54.7 miles.

How do I travel from Astoria to Highlands without a car?

The best way to get from Astoria to Highlands without a car is to ferry which takes 1h 10m and costs $12 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Astoria to Highlands?

The ferry from East 35th St., NYC to Highlands, NJ takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Astoria to Highlands bus from?

Astoria to Highlands bus services, operated by Academy Bus, depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Astoria to Highlands bus arrive?

Astoria to Highlands bus services, operated by Academy Bus, arrive at Highlands, NJ station.

Can I drive from Astoria to Highlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Astoria to Highlands is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Astoria to Highlands.

Where can I stay near Highlands?

There are 102+ hotels available in Highlands.

Astoria to Highlands - 3 ways to travel via ferry, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Astoria to Highlands by ferry, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from East 35th St., NYC to Highlands, NJferry Seastreak
1h 10m
$12–45
Drive 54.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Astoria to Highlandscar 54.4 mi
1h 15m
$10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Highlands, NJbus Route 36-To Beachway / Long Branch / ...
2h 52m
$33–57

Astoria to Highlands by ferry

70Weekly Ferries

1h 10mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Astoria to Highlands.

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Distance: 26.8 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Astoria, NY, USA and Highlands, NJ, USA?

Seastreak operates a ferry from East 35th St., NYC to Highlands, NJ every 3 hours. Tickets cost $12–45 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, Academy Bus operates a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Highlands, NJ every 3 hours. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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