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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Montclair is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Montclair is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $65 - $80.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from NYC - 43th St & Madison Ave and arriving at Watchung Ave Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New York Penn Station station and arriving at Watchung Avenue. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Montclair?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Montclair is 18 miles. The road distance is 16.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Montclair without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs $2 - $13.

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

The train from Penn Station to Watchung Avenue takes 40 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Grand Central Terminal to Montclair bus services, operated by Boxcar, depart from NYC - 43th St & Madison Ave station.

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

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

Train or bus from Grand Central Terminal to Montclair?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Montclair is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs $2 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $40 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Montclair bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Montclair bus services, operated by Boxcar, arrive at Watchung Ave Station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Montclair train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Montclair train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Watchung Avenue station.

Can I drive from Grand Central Terminal to Montclair?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central Terminal to Montclair is 16 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Grand Central Terminal to Montclair.

Where can I stay near Montclair?

There are 2924+ hotels available in Montclair.

Grand Central Terminal to Montclair - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Montclair by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Watchung AvenueBntnm
1h 3m
$2–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from NYC - 43th St & Madison Ave to Watchung Ave StationEssex Express to NYC
1h 9m
$30–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Terminal to Montclair16 mi
22 min
$65–80
Drive 16 mi
1. Drive from Grand Central Terminal to Montclair16 mi
22 min
$3–5

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 18.1 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

NJ Transit operates a train from New York Penn Station to Watchung Avenue hourly. Tickets cost $2–13 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, Boxcar operates a bus from NYC - 43th St & Madison Ave to Watchung Ave Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $30–40 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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