What is the cheapest way to get from Journal Square to Beacon?

The cheapest way to get from Journal Square to Beacon is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Journal Square to Beacon?

The fastest way to get from Journal Square to Beacon is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Journal Square and Beacon?

No, there is no direct bus from Journal Square to Beacon station. However, there are services departing from Hoboken Ave At Summit Ave and arriving at Beacon Station via Port Authority Bus Terminal and Rte 17K Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Journal Square and Beacon?

No, there is no direct train from Journal Square to Beacon. However, there are services departing from Journal Square and arriving at Beacon via Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Journal Square to Beacon?

The distance between Journal Square and Beacon is 66 miles. The road distance is 63.2 miles.

How do I travel from Journal Square to Beacon without a car?

The best way to get from Journal Square to Beacon without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs $18 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Journal Square to Beacon?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Journal Square to Beacon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Journal Square to Beacon bus from?

Journal Square to Beacon bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Hoboken Ave At Summit Ave station.

Where do I catch the Journal Square to Beacon train from?

Journal Square to Beacon train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Journal Square to Beacon?

The best way to get from Journal Square to Beacon is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs $18 - $27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $85 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Journal Square to Beacon bus arrive?

Journal Square to Beacon bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Journal Square to Beacon train arrive?

Journal Square to Beacon train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Beacon station.

Can I drive from Journal Square to Beacon?

Yes, the driving distance between Journal Square to Beacon is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Journal Square to Beacon.

Where can I stay near Beacon?

There are 107+ hotels available in Beacon.

Journal Square to Beacon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Journal Square to Beacon by train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to BeaconHudson
2h 32m
$18–27
Drive 62.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Journal Square to Beacon62.8 mi
1h 25m
$12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hoboken Ave At Summit Ave to Port Authority Bus Terminal119
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Newburgh ShortLine Transportation CenterShortLine Hudson
4h 29m
$28–83

Journal Square to Beacon by foot and train

197Weekly Services

2h 32mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 65.9 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Journal Square, NJ, USA and Beacon, NY, USA?

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Beacon hourly. Tickets cost $15–24 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Journal Square to Beacon Station via Hoboken Ave At Summit Ave, Port Authority Bus Terminal, and Rte 17K Park & Ride in around 4h 29m.

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