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How to get from Newark Airport (EWR) to Manhattan
Last verified:
November 10, 2026
The short answer
The train is the usual choice: AirTrain Newark to the airport rail station, then NJ Transit to New York Penn Station for $17.25 (the AirTrain fee is included), about 30 minutes on the train itself. EWR taxis charge zone fares from $60 to $80 plus fees and congestion pricing. A Mozio private transfer from $96.00 (van from $102.00) is a fixed price booked in advance, with free cancellation up to 12 hours before pickup and your flight tracked.
Private transfer
from $96
Distance & time
about 26 km (16 mi)
/
35-60 min
Uber available?
Yes
Top ride-hailing app
Uber and Lyft
Mozio private transfer
Price
from $96
Time
about 35-60 min depending on traffic (estimate)
What to know
Fixed price booked in advance; your driver tracks your flight and meets you.
Mozio private van
Price
from $102
Time
about 35-60 min depending on traffic (estimate)
What to know
Private van for groups and extra luggage, one fixed price for the whole vehicle.
Taxi
Price
Zone fare $60-80 plus fees, tolls and tip; about $85-125 all in (estimate)
Time
35-60 min depending on traffic (estimate)
What to know
EWR publishes zone fares of $60 to $80 for Manhattan; a $2 airport access fee, rush-hour and East Side surcharges, congestion pricing, bags, tolls and tip are extra.
Ride-hailing
Price
$98-137 (estimate)
Time
35-60 min depending on traffic (estimate)
What to know
Uber and Lyft pick up from the official ride-hail areas; prices are dynamic.
Public transport
Price
NJ Transit: $17.25 adult to New York Penn Station / Newark Airport Express: Check the operator site for the current fare
Time
NJ Transit: about 45-60 min door to door (estimate) / Newark Airport Express: about 45-75 min depending on traffic (estimate)
What to know
NJ Transit: AirTrain Newark to the airport rail station, then NJ Transit to Penn Station; the AirTrain access fee is included in the ticket. Newark Airport Express: Newark Airport Express runs coach buses from the airport to Midtown Manhattan; check the operator site for fares, stops and times.
Rental car
Price
Not recommended
Time
Depends on traffic and parking
What to know
Rental desks operate at Newark, but Hudson River crossing tolls, Manhattan congestion pricing and garage rates make a car a poor choice for a Manhattan stay.
Which option is best for you?
Budget solo traveler
Best option
Public transport
Why
$17.25 to Penn Station, and the train avoids road traffic.
Families with kids
Best option
Mozio private transfer
Why
Your driver meets you in arrivals and drops you at the hotel: no change at Penn Station with strollers and bags.
Groups or lots of luggage
Best option
Mozio private van
Why
One fixed price for the whole van, from $102.00, for groups with several suitcases.
Business travelers
Best option
Mozio private transfer
Why
Fixed price and flight tracking, so no surcharges, tolls or congestion fees to add up.
Late-night arrivals
Best option
Mozio private transfer
Why
Your driver tracks your flight and waits, so a late landing is covered.
First-time visitors
Best option
Taxi
Why
Zone fares are published, so you know the base fare for your part of Manhattan before you set off.
Yes
Uber and Lyft pick up at EWR from the official pick-up areas. In August 2026 the middle half of UberX trips to Midtown cost $98-137 including tolls and fees, before tip (NYC TLC trip data). Surge can add more after big arrival waves or in bad weather, so check the price in the app before you confirm.
Each option in detail
Mozio private transfer
Price
from $96
Typical time
about 35-60 min depending on traffic (estimate)
A private car for small groups with standard luggage. You see the full price before paying and it doesn't change with traffic or flight delays. Your driver takes you to your hotel, with no change of train at Penn Station or taxi queue. The reference drop-off is the Riu Plaza Times Square.
- Flight tracked: your driver adjusts to delays
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
- Instant confirmation and 24/7 support
Mozio private van
Price
from $102
Typical time
about 35-60 min depending on traffic (estimate)
Good for families and groups with several large suitcases. One price for the whole van, only a few dollars above the private car, with the same flight tracking.
- Flight tracked: your driver adjusts to delays
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
- Instant confirmation and 24/7 support
Taxi
Taxis wait at the official EWR taxi rank; take the receipt from the dispatcher and show it to the driver. The airport lists estimated zone fares: $60 for Battery to W 13th St, $65 for W 14th to W 50th St (Times Square area), $70 for W 51st to W 96th St, $75 for W 97th to W 185th St and $80 above that. On top come a $2 airport access fee, $1 per bag, a $10 rush-hour surcharge on weekday mornings and afternoons and weekend afternoons, a $5 East Side surcharge, MTA congestion pricing of $6.75 to $15.75 and tolls. Tip is not included. With a tip, a Midtown trip commonly lands at about $85 to $125 (our estimate).
Price
Zone fare $60-80 plus fees, tolls and tip; about $85-125 all in (estimate)
Typical time
35-60 min depending on traffic (estimate)
Ride-hailing
Request the ride in the app and follow the signs to the official pick-up area; EWR requires ride-hailing and taxi pick-ups from authorized areas. The price is shown before you confirm, but it moves with demand: in August 2026 the middle half of UberX trips to Midtown cost $98-137 including tolls and fees, before tip (NYC TLC trip data). Check the plate and driver before you get in.
Price
$98-137 (estimate)
Typical time
35-60 min depending on traffic (estimate)
Public transport
Take AirTrain Newark from your terminal to Newark Liberty Airport Rail Station, then a Northeast Corridor or North Jersey Coast Line train to New York Penn Station without changing; NJ Transit lists about 30 minutes on the train. The adult ticket is $17.25 and includes the AirTrain access fee. Buy it in the NJ Transit app before you board to avoid a $5.00 on-board surcharge, or at the machines at the station. NJ Transit shows a weekday schedule advisory (Portal cutover), and AirTrain works have been reported in 2026, so check the trip planner before you travel. Newark Airport Express is a coach service from the airport to Midtown Manhattan. Fares in third-party guides range widely, so we do not print one; check the operator's site (Coach USA) for the current fare, stops and timetable. It shares the road with traffic, so it can take longer than the train at rush hour.
Price
NJ Transit: $17.25 adult to New York Penn Station / Newark Airport Express: Check the operator site for the current fare
Typical time
NJ Transit: about 45-60 min door to door (estimate) / Newark Airport Express: about 45-75 min depending on traffic (estimate)
Rental car
Only worth it if you are driving on to other destinations. For Manhattan, the train, a taxi or a private transfer is simpler.
Price
Not recommended
Typical time
Depends on traffic and parking
- The AirTrain access fee is already included in NJ Transit tickets to and from the airport station.
- Use only the official EWR taxi rank and take the receipt from the dispatcher; do not accept rides offered in the terminal.
- Taxi zone fares exclude tolls, congestion pricing, the East Side surcharge and tip, so budget above the base fare.
- Check the NJ Transit trip planner for schedule changes and AirTrain works before you travel.
- Heading to the East Side or Brooklyn? Penn Station is on the west side, so a taxi or private car can save a crosstown connection.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the train from Newark airport to Penn Station?
$17.25 for an adult to New York Penn Station, with the AirTrain access fee included. Buy in the NJ Transit app to avoid a $5.00 on-board surcharge.
How much is a taxi from Newark airport to Manhattan?
EWR lists zone fares from $60 to $80 for Manhattan, plus a $2 airport access fee, bag fees, congestion pricing, surcharges, tolls and tip. A Times Square trip falls in the $65 zone.
Is Uber available at Newark airport?
Yes. Uber and Lyft pick up from the official areas. In August 2026 the middle half of UberX trips to Midtown cost $98-137 before tip (NYC TLC trip data).
How long does it take to get from Newark airport to Manhattan?
About 30 minutes on the NJ Transit train itself, 45 to 60 minutes door to door, and 35 to 60 minutes by car depending on traffic (estimates).
What happens if my flight is delayed and I've booked a Mozio transfer?
Your driver tracks your flight and adjusts the pickup time, at no extra cost. If your plans change, there is free cancellation up to 12 hours before pickup on most rides.
Can I cancel a Mozio transfer from EWR for free?
Yes, up to 12 hours before pickup on most rides. The exact terms are shown before you pay.
How we compiled this guide
Mozio prices are public prices from Mozio's booking system (lowest sedan and van rates for this route to the Riu Plaza Times Square, checked 2026-11-10 for a 10 December trip). The NJ Transit fare and AirTrain fee come from NJ Transit; taxi zone fares and fees from the Newark airport taxi page, both opened 2026-11-10. The Uber range comes from NYC TLC trip data. We could not find an official Newark Airport Express fare page, so no bus fare is given. All-in taxi totals and journey times are our estimates.
Last verified
November 10, 2026
- Flight tracked: your driver adjusts to delays
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
- Instant confirmation and 24/7 support
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