What is the cheapest way to get from Newark to Jackson Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Jackson Heights is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Newark to Jackson Heights?

The fastest way to get from Newark to Jackson Heights is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs $75 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Newark and Jackson Heights?

No, there is no direct bus from Newark station to Jackson Heights. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at 81 St/Northern Blvd via West 42nd Street & 8th Avenue and Madison Av/E 42 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Jackson Heights?

No, there is no direct train from Newark station to Jackson Heights. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Woodside via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Newark to Jackson Heights?

The distance between Newark and Jackson Heights is 15 miles. The road distance is 18.6 miles.

How do I travel from Newark to Jackson Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Newark to Jackson Heights without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs $5 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Newark to Jackson Heights?

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Newark to Jackson Heights, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newark to Jackson Heights bus from?

Newark to Jackson Heights bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the Newark to Jackson Heights train from?

Newark to Jackson Heights train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train or bus from Newark to Jackson Heights?

The best way to get from Newark to Jackson Heights is to train which takes 40 min and costs $5 - $17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10 - $55 and takes 1h 51m.

Where does the Newark to Jackson Heights bus arrive?

Newark to Jackson Heights bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Newark to Jackson Heights train arrive?

Newark to Jackson Heights train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Newark to Jackson Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Jackson Heights is 19 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Newark to Jackson Heights.

Where can I stay near Jackson Heights?

There are 3475+ hotels available in Jackson Heights.

Newark to Jackson Heights - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Newark to Jackson Heights by train, bus (Greyhound), taxi, car, or subway

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 Newark Penn Station to New York Penn StationNec / ...
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to WoodsidePort Washington Branch / ...
40 min
$6–16
Drive 18.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Jackson Heights18.5 mi
31 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Port Authority Bus Terminal108
2. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 42 St to 81 St/Northern BlvdQ32
1h 51m
$10–51
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newark to Jackson Heights18.5 mi
31 min
$75–95
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to World Trade CenterPath
2. Take the subway from World Trade Center to Jackson Hts-Roosevelt AvE
1h
$6

Newark to Jackson Heights by train

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Map of how to get from Newark to Jackson Heights.

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Distance: 15.2 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Jackson Heights, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Woodside via New York Penn Station in around 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newark Penn Station to 81 St/Northern Blvd via Port Authority Bus Terminal, West 42nd Street & 8th Avenue, W 42 St/5 Av, and Madison Av/E 42 St in around 1h 51m.

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