What is the cheapest way to get from Long Island to Montclair?

The cheapest way to get from Long Island to Montclair is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Island to Montclair?

The fastest way to get from Long Island to Montclair is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Long Island and Montclair?

No, there is no direct bus from Long Island to Montclair station. However, there are services departing from Queens Blvd/Queens Plaza East and arriving at Watchung Ave Station via American Eagle - 58th/Lexington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Long Island to Montclair?

The distance between Long Island and Montclair is 21 miles. The road distance is 21.7 miles.

How do I travel from Long Island to Montclair without a car?

The best way to get from Long Island to Montclair without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 7m and costs $4 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Long Island to Montclair?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Long Island to Montclair, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Long Island to Montclair bus from?

Long Island to Montclair bus services, operated by Boxcar, depart from American Eagle - 58th/Lexington station.

Where does the Long Island to Montclair bus arrive?

Long Island to Montclair bus services, operated by Boxcar, arrive at Watchung Ave Station.

Can I drive from Long Island to Montclair?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Island to Montclair is 22 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Long Island to Montclair.

Where can I stay near Montclair?

There are 2549+ hotels available in Montclair.

Long Island to Montclair - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Long Island to Montclair by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Queens Blvd/Queens Plaza East to W 32 St/7 AvQ32
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Watchung AvenueBntnm
2h 7m
$5–20
Drive 21.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Montclair21.6 mi
38 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from American Eagle - 58th/Lexington to Watchung Ave StationEssex Express from NYC
2h 26m
$33–52
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brooklyn to Montclair21.6 mi
38 min
$95–120

Long Island to Montclair by bus and train

105Weekly Services

2h 7mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Long Island to Montclair.

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Distance: 21.1 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA and Montclair, NJ, USA?

Boxcar operates a bus from American Eagle - 58th/Lexington to Watchung Ave Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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