What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Clifton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at Allwood Rd At Brookwood Rd. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Terminal and Clifton?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Central Terminal station to Clifton. However, there are services departing from New York Penn Station and arriving at Clifton via Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Clifton is 57 miles. The road distance is 14.9 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton without a car is to bus which takes 41 min and costs $7 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton?

The bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Allwood Rd At Brookwood Rd takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Clifton bus from?

Grand Central Terminal to Clifton bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Clifton train from?

Grand Central Terminal to Clifton train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from New York Penn Station.

Train or bus from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton is to bus which takes 41 min and costs $7 - $22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 - $21 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Clifton bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Clifton bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Allwood Rd At Brookwood Rd station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Clifton train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Clifton train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Upper Level station.

Can I drive from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central Terminal to Clifton is 15 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton.

Where can I stay near Clifton?

There are 3356+ hotels available in Clifton.

Grand Central Terminal to Clifton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton by bus, train, taxi, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Allwood Rd At Brookwood Rd101 / ...
41 min
$7–22
Drive 14.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton14.8 mi
21 min
$3–4
Train
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Upper LevelBntnm / ...
2. Take the train from Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level to CliftonMnbn / ...
1h 23m
$5–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton14.8 mi
21 min
$60–75
Bus via West 42nd Street & 8th Avenue
1. Take the bus from E 42 St/Park Av to West 42nd Street & 8th AvenueM42
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Allwood Rd At Brookwood Rd101 / ...
45 min
$10–29
Bus via Center Grove Rd At Charles St
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Terminal to Center Grove Rd At Charles StEssex Express from NYC
55 min
$28–40

Grand Central Terminal to Clifton by foot and bus

538Weekly Services

41 minAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton.

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Distance: 56.8 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA and Clifton, NJ, USA?

NJ Transit operates a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Allwood Rd At Brookwood Rd every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $7–22 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Grand Central Terminal to Clifton via New York Penn Station and Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level in around 1h 23m.

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