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

The cheapest way to get from Times Square to Beacon is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Times Square to Beacon is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Times Square and Beacon?

No, there is no direct bus from Times Square 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 Times Square and Beacon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Beacon. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Times Square to Beacon?

The distance between Times Square and Beacon is 59 miles. The road distance is 62.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Times Square to Beacon without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $15 - $24.

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

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Beacon takes 1h 26m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Times Square to Beacon?

The best way to get from Times Square to Beacon is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $15 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $60 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Times Square to Beacon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Times Square to Beacon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Times Square to Beacon?

Yes, the driving distance between Times Square to Beacon is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Times Square to Beacon.

Where can I stay near Beacon?

There are 119+ hotels available in Beacon.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Times 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
1h 26m
$15–24
Drive 62.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Times Square to Beacon62.4 mi
1h 22m
$12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Newburgh ShortLine Transportation CenterShortLine Hudson
2h 50m
$21–58

Times Square to Beacon by train

199Weekly Trains

1h 26mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Times Square to Beacon.

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Distance: 58.2 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Times Square, NY, 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, 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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