What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Beacon?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Beacon is to drive which costs $11 - $16 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Beacon?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Beacon is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $14 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Beacon?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan to Beacon station. However, there are services departing from Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at Beacon Station via Rte 17K Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Beacon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 125th Street - Harlem and arriving at Beacon. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Manhattan to Beacon?

The distance between Manhattan and Beacon is 54 miles. The road distance is 60.8 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Beacon without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Beacon without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $14 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Beacon?

The train from 125th Street - Harlem to Beacon takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Beacon bus from?

Manhattan to Beacon bus services, operated by Shortline Bus, depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Beacon train from?

Manhattan to Beacon train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from 125th Street - Harlem station.

Train or bus from Manhattan to Beacon?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Beacon is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $14 - $23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $60 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Manhattan to Beacon bus arrive?

Manhattan to Beacon bus services, operated by Shortline Bus, arrive at Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center station.

Where does the Manhattan to Beacon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manhattan to Beacon?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Beacon is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Manhattan to Beacon.

Where can I stay near Beacon?

There are 115+ hotels available in Beacon.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Manhattan to Beacon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 125th Street - Harlem to BeaconHudson
1h 15m
$14–23
Drive 60.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Beacon60.5 mi
1h 18m
$11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Newburgh ShortLine Transportation CenterShortLine Hudson
2h 50m
$21–58

Manhattan to Beacon by train

193Weekly Trains

1h 15mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54.1 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Beacon, NY, USA?

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from 125th Street - Harlem to Beacon hourly. Tickets cost $14–23 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, Shortline Bus operates a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center every 3 hours. Tickets cost $21–40 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Trailways also services this route twice daily.

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