Transfer to/from - Newark New Jersey airport (EWR)

 

Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Newark New Jersey airport (EWR)

Transportation

 

Trains (AirTrain + NJ Transit/Amtrak)

The fastest and most reliable way to get to Newark and New York's Penn Station is by train. The process consists of two steps:

  1. AirTrain Newark: First, take the free AirTrain from your terminal to the airport train station ("Newark Liberty Airport Station").
  2. NJ Transit or Amtrak: At the station, buy a train ticket for NJ Transit (for frequent service to Newark and New York) or Amtrak (for farther destinations along the Northeast Corridor like Philadelphia or Washington D.C.).

NJ Transit Website | Amtrak Website

Taxis

You will find official and clearly marked taxi stands outside the arrivals area of each terminal. For your safety, use only vehicles from the official line. A dispatcher will assign you a taxi and inform you about approximate fares to your destination.

Uber, Lyft and Cabify

These services operate at the airport. The designated passenger pickup area is clearly marked as "Ride App Pick Up" in each terminal. After requesting your ride, follow the airport signs and the app's instructions to meet your driver at the correct point.

Rent a Car

 

Buses

Newark Airport Express (to New York)

This is the most convenient direct bus service to Manhattan. It operates with high frequency and stops at key points like Grand Central Station, Bryant Park, and Port Authority Bus Terminal. You can buy tickets online or at the airport.

Official Newark Airport Express Website

NJ Transit Public Buses

Several NJ Transit public bus routes connect the airport with the city of Newark and other localities in New Jersey. They are the most economical option. Some of the main routes are:

  • Route 28: To Newark Penn Station, Bloomfield, and Montclair.
  • Route 37: To Newark and Irvington.
  • Route 62: To Newark Penn Station and Elizabeth.
  • Route 67: To destinations in Monmouth County.
  • Route 107: To South Orange and New York's Port Authority Bus Terminal.
 
 

Latest updates: September 15, 2025

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.
 
 1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening.
 
If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time.
 
If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications.
 
If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.
 
 2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive.
 
Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff.
 
It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver.
 
On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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