There are 4 ways to get from Danbury to Manhattan by bus, train or car

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Bus • 1h 35m

Take the bus from Danbury Bus Ticket Agency, Danbury, CT to Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, NY Peter Pan

$17 - $24

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Train • 1h 54m

Take the train from Danbury to Harlem-125th St. Danbury

$15 - $35

2 alternative options

Train via Norwalk • 2h 12m

Take the train from Danbury to South Norwalk Danbury
Take the train from South Norwalk to Harlem-125th St. New Haven / ...

$21 - $43

Drive • 1h 8m

Drive from Danbury to Manhattan 61.9 miles

$6 - $9

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What is the cheapest way to get from Danbury to Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Danbury to Manhattan is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 1h 8m.

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What is the fastest way to get from Danbury to Manhattan?

The quickest way to get from Danbury to Manhattan is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 1h 8m.

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Is there a direct bus between Danbury and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Danbury Bus Ticket Agency, Danbury, CT and arriving at Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, NY. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

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Is there a direct train between Danbury and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Danbury and arriving at Harlem-125th St.. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

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How far is it from Danbury to Manhattan?

The distance between Danbury and Manhattan is 50 miles. The road distance is 61.9 miles.

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How do I travel from Danbury to Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Danbury to Manhattan without a car is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs $17 - $24.

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How long does it take to get from Danbury to Manhattan?

The bus from Danbury Bus Ticket Agency, Danbury, CT to Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, NY takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs four times a day.

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Where do I catch the Danbury to Manhattan bus from?

Danbury to Manhattan bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Danbury Bus Ticket Agency, Danbury, CT station.

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Where do I catch the Danbury to Manhattan train from?

Danbury to Manhattan train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Danbury station.

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Train or bus from Danbury to Manhattan?

The best way to get from Danbury to Manhattan is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs $17 - $24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $35 and takes 1h 54m.

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Distance: 50.3 miles
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Danbury, CT, USA and Manhattan, NY, USA?

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Danbury to Manhattan 4 times a day. Tickets cost $17 - $24 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Danbury to Manhattan twice daily. Tickets cost $15 - $35 and the journey takes 1h 54m.

Train operators

Metro-North Railroad (MNR)

Phone: +1 877-690-5116
Website: mta.info

Train from Danbury to Harlem-125th St.

Ave. Duration: 1h 54m
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: $15 - $35
Schedules at: mta.info

Off-peak at station: $15 - $17
Off-peak onboard: $23
Rail Peak-At station: $21 - $23
Onboard-Peak: $23 - $35

Train from Danbury to South Norwalk

Ave. Duration: 53 min
Frequency: Every 2 hours
Estimated price: $9 - $19
Schedules at: mta.info

Off-peak at station: $9 - $11
Off-peak onboard: $16
Rail Peak-At station: $9 - $14
Onboard-Peak: $13 - $19

Train from South Norwalk to Harlem-125th St.

Ave. Duration: 1h 2m
Frequency: Every 30 minutes
Estimated price: $11 - $24
Schedules at: mta.info

Off-peak at station: $11 - $13
Off-peak onboard: $19
Rail Peak-At station: $13 - $17
Onboard-Peak: $17 - $24

Danbury Line

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Bus operators

Peter Pan Bus Lines

Phone: 1-800-343-9999
Website: peterpanbus.com

Bus from Danbury Bus Ticket Agency, Danbury, CT to Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, NY

Ave. Duration: 1h 35m
Frequency: 4 times a day
Estimated price: $17 - $24
Website: peterpanbus.com

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Manhattan, United States

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Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Central Park

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Times Square

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Empire State Building

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How to get from Danbury to Manhattan by bus, train or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Danbury to Manhattan by bus, train or car

Recommended option

Bus • 1h 35m

Cheapest option

Train • 1h 54m

2 alternative options

Train via Norwalk • 2h 12m

Drive • 1h 8m

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Danbury, CT, USA and Manhattan, NY, USA?

Train from Danbury to Harlem-125th St.

Train from Danbury to South Norwalk

Train from South Norwalk to Harlem-125th St.

Bus from Danbury Bus Ticket Agency, Danbury, CT to Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, NY

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