What is the cheapest way to get from Highlands, NJ to Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Highlands, NJ to Manhattan is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Highlands, NJ to Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Highlands, NJ to Manhattan is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Highlands, NJ and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Highlands, NJ and arriving at Port Authority Bus Terminal. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct ferry between Highlands, NJ and Manhattan?

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

How far is it from Highlands, NJ to Manhattan?

The distance between Highlands, NJ and Manhattan is 27 miles. The road distance is 52.4 miles.

How do I travel from Highlands, NJ to Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Highlands, NJ to Manhattan without a car is to ferry which takes 1h 19m and costs $11 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Highlands, NJ to Manhattan?

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

Where do I catch the Highlands, NJ to Manhattan bus from?

Highlands, NJ to Manhattan bus services, operated by Academy Bus, depart from Highlands, NJ station.

Where does the Highlands, NJ to Manhattan bus arrive?

Highlands, NJ to Manhattan bus services, operated by Academy Bus, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Highlands, NJ to Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Highlands, NJ to Manhattan is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Highlands, NJ to Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Manhattan?

There are 3765+ hotels available in Manhattan.

Highlands, NJ to Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Highlands, NJ to Manhattan by ferry, bus, train, 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 Highlands, NJ to East 35th St., NYCferry Seastreak
1h 19m
$11–45
Line 834 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rt-36 At Miller St to Red Bank Rail Stationbus 834
2. Take the train from Red Bank to New York Penn Stationtrain Njcl / ...
2h 43m
$4–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Highlands, NJ to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Route 36
1h 41m
$30–45
Drive 52.1 mi
1. Drive from Highlands, NJ to Manhattancar 52.1 mi
1h 11m
$10–14

Highlands, NJ to Manhattan by foot and ferry

64Weekly Services

1h 19mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Highlands, NJ to Manhattan.

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Distance: 26.5 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

Seastreak operates a ferry from Highlands, NJ to East 35th St., NYC every 3 hours. Tickets cost $11–45 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, Academy Bus operates a bus from Highlands, NJ to Port Authority Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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