Best way from EWR to downtown Manhattan
Jan 25, 2016, 11:08 am
#31
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Agreed. Remember, though, this is only EWR-NYC. NYC-EWR is at the higher NYC Uber rates.
Jan 26, 2016, 9:43 am
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I rarely go to EWR since I stopped flying UA after the merger with CO, but this seems like a decent option now. The biggest issue with the Dial7/Carmel's is the "your car will be there in 5-10 minutes" always turns into 15-20, and I don't think it's because i missed the first go-around...
Jan 29, 2016, 6:43 pm
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So it's not clear from that Uber post, but seems like they just reverted back to local NJ (unlicensed) rates for EWR pickups? They were probably losing a lot of business, and I imagine they were keeping that premium for themselves, not sharing with the drivers...
I rarely go to EWR since I stopped flying UA after the merger with CO, but this seems like a decent option now. The biggest issue with the Dial7/Carmel's is the "your car will be there in 5-10 minutes" always turns into 15-20, and I don't think it's because i missed the first go-around...
I rarely go to EWR since I stopped flying UA after the merger with CO, but this seems like a decent option now. The biggest issue with the Dial7/Carmel's is the "your car will be there in 5-10 minutes" always turns into 15-20, and I don't think it's because i missed the first go-around...
Mar 11, 2016, 11:16 am
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There is a train running 24 hours to Manhattan from Newark Airport. It's easy. You just follow the signs for the train and buy a ticket for $8 or whatever it is. I don't remember the exact amount but it's cheap, clean and safe. You can get off at 34th street Penn Station which is below mid town and not too far from downtown. If you have a ton of luggage you may want to cab it.
Mar 11, 2016, 12:00 pm
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The train is New Jersey transit. The airtrain that serves the terminals goes to it. It will cost $13 each way including the $5 charge for the airtrain. It will take you to Penn Station in Manhattan.
Amtrak stops at the same station but do not take Amtrak, it is orders of magnitude more expensive.
Amtrak stops at the same station but do not take Amtrak, it is orders of magnitude more expensive.
Mar 11, 2016, 12:29 pm
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The train is New Jersey transit. The airtrain that serves the terminals goes to it. It will cost $13 each way including the $5 charge for the airtrain. It will take you to Penn Station in Manhattan.
Amtrak stops at the same station but do not take Amtrak, it is orders of magnitude more expensive.
Amtrak stops at the same station but do not take Amtrak, it is orders of magnitude more expensive.
Mar 11, 2016, 2:14 pm
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The train is New Jersey transit. The airtrain that serves the terminals goes to it. It will cost $13 each way including the $5 charge for the airtrain. It will take you to Penn Station in Manhattan.
Amtrak stops at the same station but do not take Amtrak, it is orders of magnitude more expensive.
Amtrak stops at the same station but do not take Amtrak, it is orders of magnitude more expensive.
Mar 11, 2016, 3:11 pm
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NJT does not run 24 hours/day; there are a couple hours in the middle of the night where it is not operating. But it works pretty well the rest of the time.
Also, depending on when the trip is, keep an eye on potential strike action by NJT workers in the coming weeks. That's gonna be a mess.
Mar 11, 2016, 7:11 pm
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Mar 15, 2016, 1:31 am
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In other words you need a car? UberX/Lyft is your best bet then. It's actually not terribly expensive considering that AirTrain + NJTransit + PATH adds up to ~$15 and a car is on the order of $40.
Mar 15, 2016, 6:31 am
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Simplest solution is get a car service - Dial 7 or Carmel are popular and relatively cheap. Uber works fine too. I'd avoid a cab, they're no cheaper than the car services, and the cars and service are terrible.
Mar 15, 2016, 6:52 am
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UberX is the best bet if you have even a rudimentary knowledge of your destination area. Drivers only need to know GPS and that is not necessarily the best route in Manhattan. But, it should get you there if need be.
One of the basic car services such as DIAL7 or Carmel is better if you don't know the area. Roughly the same as a taxi, but cleaner and more reliable. No particular need to book ahead unless you are paying for "meet & greet" inside at baggage claim (which is a waste and takes much more time because unattended vehicles can't park close to the terminal).
The train is fine, but still leaves you with a Manhattan traffic issue unless you are within walking distance of NYP or know your way around the Subway which is not exactly designed for luggage.
One of the basic car services such as DIAL7 or Carmel is better if you don't know the area. Roughly the same as a taxi, but cleaner and more reliable. No particular need to book ahead unless you are paying for "meet & greet" inside at baggage claim (which is a waste and takes much more time because unattended vehicles can't park close to the terminal).
The train is fine, but still leaves you with a Manhattan traffic issue unless you are within walking distance of NYP or know your way around the Subway which is not exactly designed for luggage.
Mar 15, 2016, 8:40 am
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In theory UberX and Lyft are now illegal at EWR unless you happen to get a NYC TLC licensed livery vehicle. Practically speaking there isn't much risk to the passenger, but if you want to help your driver avoid the potential for a fine, sit in the front seat of their car, and if a cop asks say it's your friend.
Mar 15, 2016, 1:51 pm
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I'm landing at EWR in an hour (4:50PM), should I assume the train will be close to as fast as an Uber at this time due to rush hour? My hotel is within walking distance of Penn station.
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