I loved this video, but I do think if you’re staying in Lower Manhattan it’s worth it taking NJT to Newark Penn to transfer to the PATH. Yes, it’s more expensive than the bus, but I think it’s an easier transfer than the bus. Obviously if you’re staying in midtown it’s better just to ride NJT the full way, but I like NJT + PATH for getting to Lower Manhattan
Thank you so much for the video. I took the NJ bus and the path train from EWR to WTC and it was super convenient. I was initially planning to take an Uber from EWR which would have cost me so much more. I’m glad I stumbled upon your video.
Hey Thea - Another sensational video. On previous trips to NYC I've always avoided flying into Newark but your video fills me with a bit more confidence. The bus and Path option seem quite easy given its so cheap. It's been 4 years now since my last NYC trip - I'll certainly follow your suggestion when I hopefully travel to the USA again in 2023. So, when's your next trip to us down under here in Australia :)
Thanks! During the day the bus and PATH are pretty simple. Just have a couple of dollars on you and not a lot of luggage. I was planning on going to the Australian Tennis Open for the longest time but the pandemic happened. Hopefully I can attend within the next couple of years. 🎾
Thanks Thea for all your videos. I'm currently in NYC with my family on vacation. My wife and teen sons are amazed by my instant mastery of Taxis, the subway, ride share and how I know when to use different ones. Your videos made it all possible!
NJ Bus + PATH to midtown is the most painful experience. The bus comes once every 20 minutes and you have to transfer to a different PATH. Plus the bus and PATH are both super slow. It takes 80-100 mins for me in my experience. Plus at rush hour the PATH is full so you have to stand the whole way.
Thanks Thea for making a video about the EWR airport. One advantage of EWR is that it's closer to Manhattan than JFK. I have not flown on a plane for over 2+ years. Flying internationally right now is also a big mess. Hang in there, Thea!
Uber fares are NOT locked in, despite what they say. I took an Uber from NY Penn Sta. to a hotel in FiDi, and the fare was $20 more than the upfront quote, because the driver took the long way around. And he dropped me off a block away from the hotel, because it was on a one-way street and he came in from the wrong direction. I complained in the Uber app, but they refunded only $10. And there is absolutely no way to talk to a real person at Uber about a fare issue.
Oh man! What bad customer service. Sorry that happened to you. 😟 It's been a long time since anyone has mentioned a rideshare charging a lot more than their estimated price. Yeah, you're right their prices are not technically locked in but majority of the time it's pretty accurate or only off by a few cents.
An update from last week's trip. The NJ Transit App is unavailable for non-US Apple accounts. You can pay in cash, but no change is given, so be prepared.
Hi Thea! Your videos are amazing!! So easy and enjoyable to see You are really good at this !! Thank you for your time to put together so much great information for tourists!!🙏🏽
I'm sitting right now at the Newark train station and got confused with the schedule on the displays. For those looking for the same answer, the AMT and the NJCL are NOT the same! They both go to Penn Station but the ticket we get is for NJCL. Hope that helps someone. Also, next time I'll take the bus! That is a great tip I didn't know. Thanks, Thea!
AMT is short for Amtrak. Amtrak is the United States National Rail system. I think trains heading to NYC on amtrak only drops off passengers at Newark Penn.
No problems at EWR. At Penn station there are escalators and elevators from the tracks to the station course though you may have to walk further to get to them and sometimes they are out of service. There are escalators from the station concourse to the street, don’t remember any elevators but maybe there is one somewhere.
Extremely informative! I hear PATH has started accepting contactless credit/debit. Is it currently available at Newark Penn, in case I decide to take the NJ Transit Bus+PATH from EWR to Manhattan?
Hi thea... enjoyed many of your videos in preparing for upcoming trip over xmas.. flying into newark.. traveling with wife and 3 kids.. is nj/path option easy to navigate assuming 3 full size luggages.. my wife and teenage son can help... just worried if it will fit on bus/train...
Hey there again 👋🏻 We took the NJ Transit and Airtrain and it took less than an hour from Penn Station to the airport. It was quick and afordable. Thanks for the tip
My flight arrives at Newark around 4:30pm, but I'm not sure how long will it take for me to get out to the express bus in time. So if i bought an advanced ticket with a specific time, and i miss that time like half an hour or even an hour late, will they still accept my ticket?
Thanks for such an excellent video! We are about to fly to Newark next week and i am very happy to see your video. It helpped me a lot. As a family with two kids and many baggages for us the best option looks like Uber/Lyft. All the best!
Thanks! It's pretty easy to take too. I only wish they had ticket machines at the airport. Other than that, I think the bus is a great option if you aren't carrying too much stuff.
So from NYC to EWR the cheapest route would be...using the Path & NJ Bus, right? The Oculus > Newark Penn via PATH > NJ Bus to EWR? First timer headed there soon & want to make sure I have everything set headed back to the airport? Thanks so much for your videos!!
Hi there! Yes, that is the cheapest option. Although I haven't done the bus in reverse (Newark Penn > EWR). But you can always ask around. If worse comes to worst, at Newark Penn you can take the NJ Transit train to EWR ($11).
TBH I would just take an Uber since there are 4 of you. Even if the Uber will cost $100, that's only $25 per person. And you will be delivered right to your hotel.
Hi there. If your kids are young, I would just taking a Uber for convenience. If your kids are older, depending on the time of day, an Uber could cost just as much as 4 people on the train. If you want to take public transit, it will depend on where you want to get off at. The NJ transit train will take you to Penn Station, the PATH will take you to World Trade Center, and the Express Bus will take you to different parts of Midtown. So you might want to check the location of your hotel or destination. Hope this helps!
Does it make sense to just stay on the NJ side (say Pavonia Newport area) when touring Manhattan for a couple of days? I mean the Pavonia station is not very far from either the 33rd st or the WTC stations. I know hotels in Manhattan are so expensive.
You'd have to do the math and consider the convenience. You will have to take the PATH into Manhattan, so that's at least another $5.50 per person per day on top of your subway ride. And if there's a time you want to take a cab, there might be a toll for crossing state lines depending on the route the cab or Uber takes. But if the hotel is really affordable, it might be worth it.
@@UrbanCaffeine ya Manhattan hotels are about $200 more per night compared to the ones near Pavonia. Which part of Manhattan is the best for stays, other than the Union square area? So regardless of the pass that we purchase we still have to pay $2.75 per ride on the PATH right?
@@kamaljamil1246 Yes, the PATH is a separate system so you have to pay for it. I made a video on hotels and people left some tips in the comments section: th-cam.com/video/lVfF5KSzDCU/w-d-xo.html
Hi there. Were you asking if you could use the same MetroCard you are paying for the PATH to load the $33 unlimited for the subway? If so, yes you can do that.
@@UrbanCaffeine Hi ;) Amazing video, thanks for it. So this means that I can use the unlimited $33 one week rides for this PATH ride as well, or I need to have an extra credit for the ride from Newark P.Station to NY P.Station?
@@simonulicny6789 Thanks. The PATH does not accept the unlimited. You need to have additional cash credit on the card to pay for the PATH. The unlimited will only be accepted by the subway and buses.
Hi there. I'm not sure on the 107 but I think it only stops once a day on weekdays at the actual EWR terminals around 11 or 11:15 am. So it's not as reliable. And I think you would have to pay for 8 or 9 zones (about $10). Again, I'm not 100% sure. As for getting from gate to bus stop... Newark is not super huge. If you don't have luggage to claim maybe 10-15 minutes. That's just a guess.
Hello ! Thank you for this video. It helps a lot ! 😊 WE travel to NY and will be at Newark airport in june. WE are 4 adults with 4 big luggages, to Lower Manhattan. What do you think is the easiest option with luggages (between train and bus, WE don’t want to take a cab) ? Thank you in advance for your help 😊
Hi there! That sounds exciting!🗽 I personally would not take large luggage on the NJ Transit but I've seen people do it. You might want to consider the Express Bus. They have a luggage compartment. And you can pay in cash on the bus if you don't want to commit to buying your ticket in advance. It helps to have exact fare ($20 per person). Have a great trip!
@@rohankamra91 I think it's every 20 minutes or so, But I read you can't really rely on Express buses because they can be so late and at times you might miss your flight due to their irregular hours. Read the reviews and I'm kinda reluctant to take the bus when returning to the airport for departure. Arriving and going to your destination would be no probs since you're not missing any flights, it's just when you're to fly back and the bus is not on the scheduled times
Short video suggestion: where do you need to be sat in a plane (left or right) to have the best views of NYC before/while landing and depending of one of the 3 airports. 😉
Uhhh.. Excellent video. Why can’t they all be this clear and concise without a lot of chatter? Great job, thanks!
Thank you! I appreciate the comment. So happy to make useful content. 😊
I loved this video, but I do think if you’re staying in Lower Manhattan it’s worth it taking NJT to Newark Penn to transfer to the PATH. Yes, it’s more expensive than the bus, but I think it’s an easier transfer than the bus. Obviously if you’re staying in midtown it’s better just to ride NJT the full way, but I like NJT + PATH for getting to Lower Manhattan
Thanks! Now that I think about it, it's only $13.75 total for the NJT and PATH. I'll remember to add this in when the time comes to update this video.
Thank you so much for the video. I took the NJ bus and the path train from EWR to WTC and it was super convenient. I was initially planning to take an Uber from EWR which would have cost me so much more. I’m glad I stumbled upon your video.
That's awesome to hear! You save so much money that way.
Hey Thea - Another sensational video. On previous trips to NYC I've always avoided flying into Newark but your video fills me with a bit more confidence. The bus and Path option seem quite easy given its so cheap. It's been 4 years now since my last NYC trip - I'll certainly follow your suggestion when I hopefully travel to the USA again in 2023. So, when's your next trip to us down under here in Australia :)
Thanks! During the day the bus and PATH are pretty simple. Just have a couple of dollars on you and not a lot of luggage. I was planning on going to the Australian Tennis Open for the longest time but the pandemic happened. Hopefully I can attend within the next couple of years. 🎾
Thanks Thea for all your videos. I'm currently in NYC with my family on vacation. My wife and teen sons are amazed by my instant mastery of Taxis, the subway, ride share and how I know when to use different ones. Your videos made it all possible!
Super high five! So happy to hear you're navigating so well. And thanks for letting me know. I hope you have a great weekend 🗽🙌
Thank you for the video and the valuable information. Thank you. I am travelling to New York in October. I am very much looking forward to it :)
Would this be doable with 3 people and 3 suitcases? Having concerns about the bus?
Yes simple
Super helpful video. Great work. Thanks
NJ Bus + PATH to midtown is the most painful experience. The bus comes once every 20 minutes and you have to transfer to a different PATH. Plus the bus and PATH are both super slow. It takes 80-100 mins for me in my experience. Plus at rush hour the PATH is full so you have to stand the whole way.
Hello there, one question, how is it to navigate with luggage on the AirTrain + NJ Transit route?
Great video. Very informative and everything is presented in a clear and straightforward way. Love you animation and illustration. Thanks so much!
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So bus and path are a lot cheaper
If you take PATH there's a good chance you miss your flight (something something Miles in Transit)
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I'll most likely use the air train and NJ transit to then connect with the subway to Brooklyn
best nuts and bolts guides on youtube! I don't even have a desire to fly into EWR, but I still enjoyed this video
Thanks for watching! Yeah EWR is not my favorite airport, but sometimes there are cheaper flights there or at least provide more options.
Can I use the new OMNY at Newark PATH Station?
Every video should be like this. Perfect!!
Thanks Thea for making a video about the EWR airport.
One advantage of EWR is that it's closer to Manhattan than JFK.
I have not flown on a plane for over 2+ years.
Flying internationally right now is also a big mess. Hang in there, Thea!
I think a lot of people haven't flown for the last 2 years. lol. Hope you can travel soon!
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Uber fares are NOT locked in, despite what they say. I took an Uber from NY Penn Sta. to a hotel in FiDi, and the fare was $20 more than the upfront quote, because the driver took the long way around. And he dropped me off a block away from the hotel, because it was on a one-way street and he came in from the wrong direction. I complained in the Uber app, but they refunded only $10. And there is absolutely no way to talk to a real person at Uber about a fare issue.
Oh man! What bad customer service. Sorry that happened to you. 😟 It's been a long time since anyone has mentioned a rideshare charging a lot more than their estimated price. Yeah, you're right their prices are not technically locked in but majority of the time it's pretty accurate or only off by a few cents.
An update from last week's trip. The NJ Transit App is unavailable for non-US Apple accounts. You can pay in cash, but no change is given, so be prepared.
Thanks annoying. Thanks for sharing though!
You can take the air train to Newark penn. Then transfer to the path too.
Hi Thea!
Your videos are amazing!! So easy and enjoyable to see
You are really good at this !!
Thank you for your time to put together so much great information for tourists!!🙏🏽
You're welcome! I try to keep it as straightforward as possible.
I'm sitting right now at the Newark train station and got confused with the schedule on the displays. For those looking for the same answer, the AMT and the NJCL are NOT the same! They both go to Penn Station but the ticket we get is for NJCL. Hope that helps someone. Also, next time I'll take the bus! That is a great tip I didn't know. Thanks, Thea!
AMT is short for Amtrak. Amtrak is the United States National Rail system. I think trains heading to NYC on amtrak only drops off passengers at Newark Penn.
NJCL=North Jersey Coast Line is one of several NJ Transit lines that you can use. But you do want to take NJ Transit rather than Amtrak.
@@johnsamoilis6379 No, some Amtrak trains stop at EWR as well.
So cool a proud Filipina knowing a lot about New York! So helpful!
Extremely simplified instructional videos
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Is the NJ Transit easily accessible with 2 big suitcases? Or are there only stairs everywhere like NY subway?
No problems at EWR. At Penn station there are escalators and elevators from the tracks to the station course though you may have to walk further to get to them and sometimes they are out of service. There are escalators from the station concourse to the street, don’t remember any elevators but maybe there is one somewhere.
Extremely informative! I hear PATH has started accepting contactless credit/debit. Is it currently available at Newark Penn, in case I decide to take the NJ Transit Bus+PATH from EWR to Manhattan?
How did you know that I was flying to EWR for the first time on Thursday?😅 Perfect timing with this video👍🏼
Psychic powers I guess 😶🌫️🔮
great video Thea. a true public service.
not the rickroll in that QR code 😭😭
Can you tell me why Google is telling me to take the 37 AND 107 busses and then the PATH instead of the 62 or 67 bus?? I'm so confused!
you are a GODSEND for these!!!
Excellent information 👌. ❤. God bless you. Probably I will travel this summer to NYC with been afraid getting lost in the 😂trains
Hi thea... enjoyed many of your videos in preparing for upcoming trip over xmas.. flying into newark.. traveling with wife and 3 kids.. is nj/path option easy to navigate assuming 3 full size luggages.. my wife and teenage son can help... just worried if it will fit on bus/train...
Tried my best not to go fanboy when I ran into one of my fave TH-camrs on my way home from work. Thanks for the stickers! Keep up the great work!
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Hey there again 👋🏻
We took the NJ Transit and Airtrain and it took less than an hour from Penn Station to the airport. It was quick and afordable. Thanks for the tip
That sounds great! Glad it worked out for you. Have a great rest of your trip! 😊
Thanks for this, we got back from NYC yesterday and had the best time, fell in love with the City and will definitely be back
Glad you had a great time! That's awesome to hear. 🙌
You should have more subscribers! great content. thanks
Thanks!
My flight arrives at Newark around 4:30pm, but I'm not sure how long will it take for me to get out to the express bus in time. So if i bought an advanced ticket with a specific time, and i miss that time like half an hour or even an hour late, will they still accept my ticket?
Thanks for such an excellent video! We are about to fly to Newark next week and i am very happy to see your video. It helpped me a lot. As a family with two kids and many baggages for us the best option looks like Uber/Lyft. All the best!
We have two suitcases between the 2 of us, is it still practical to catch the train or should I just Uber it?
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Can I use the unlimited 7 day pass ($33) for the PATH ride?
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By any chance, how do I get from New Airport to Brooklyn. Thanks
Hi thanks for the video. What would you recommend for a family of 3, 2 adults and a 2 year old??
What is the best way to travel from Newark Airport to Rockaway, New Jersey?
Thank you so much for this lovely stress relieving video 🙏
Thanks a lot!! Will arrive there in 2 days and I think I am now well prepared!! Thx
This video has been so informative. Am subscribe to this channel.
Dope video! I've never seen an NJT bus driver give change, tho 😂
No hate but it’s funny how you say express in two words lol ex press
I am so glad you mentioned the often-overlooked NJT bus 62 and 67! I was already looking forward to this video and you did an amazing job!
Thanks! It's pretty easy to take too. I only wish they had ticket machines at the airport. Other than that, I think the bus is a great option if you aren't carrying too much stuff.
My fav is Airtrain to NJ Transit to Penn 🚉
So from NYC to EWR the cheapest route would be...using the Path & NJ Bus, right?
The Oculus > Newark Penn via PATH > NJ Bus to EWR?
First timer headed there soon & want to make sure I have everything set headed back to the airport?
Thanks so much for your videos!!
Hi there! Yes, that is the cheapest option. Although I haven't done the bus in reverse (Newark Penn > EWR). But you can always ask around. If worse comes to worst, at Newark Penn you can take the NJ Transit train to EWR ($11).
You can also take the Airlink shuttles.
Thank you Thea!!!! You have helped us travel there informed and ready!
I have never taken the NJ transit before to the Newark Airport before. 😮
It's a good option if you're traveling light.
@@UrbanCaffeine Travel light? 😮🤔
@@osagiee.guobadia-secondytc4624A lot of luggage may be a hassle at Penn Station.
Hi. What's the best option for 4 adults coming from Sydney Australia to Manhattan???
TBH I would just take an Uber since there are 4 of you. Even if the Uber will cost $100, that's only $25 per person. And you will be delivered right to your hotel.
Thanks so much for this informative video.
I can't tell, can you bring regular size luggage on these? Like a suitcase you'd have to check on a plane. I mostly see small bags.
On NJ transit there are overhead luggage racks but not on PATH. Don’t know about the bus.
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Nice clear video. Thanks.
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Same best quality as always. Thank you Thea!
You're welcome! Thanks for watching. 😊
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Which option would you recommend for a family of four? Two adults and two kids
Hi there. If your kids are young, I would just taking a Uber for convenience. If your kids are older, depending on the time of day, an Uber could cost just as much as 4 people on the train. If you want to take public transit, it will depend on where you want to get off at. The NJ transit train will take you to Penn Station, the PATH will take you to World Trade Center, and the Express Bus will take you to different parts of Midtown. So you might want to check the location of your hotel or destination. Hope this helps!
Thank you for your response. We will be visiting late October,, very excited!!
Does it make sense to just stay on the NJ side (say Pavonia Newport area) when touring Manhattan for a couple of days? I mean the Pavonia station is not very far from either the 33rd st or the WTC stations. I know hotels in Manhattan are so expensive.
You'd have to do the math and consider the convenience. You will have to take the PATH into Manhattan, so that's at least another $5.50 per person per day on top of your subway ride. And if there's a time you want to take a cab, there might be a toll for crossing state lines depending on the route the cab or Uber takes. But if the hotel is really affordable, it might be worth it.
@@UrbanCaffeine ya Manhattan hotels are about $200 more per night compared to the ones near Pavonia.
Which part of Manhattan is the best for stays, other than the Union square area?
So regardless of the pass that we purchase we still have to pay $2.75 per ride on the PATH right?
@@kamaljamil1246 Yes, the PATH is a separate system so you have to pay for it. I made a video on hotels and people left some tips in the comments section: th-cam.com/video/lVfF5KSzDCU/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for the video!! If I do the Path option and buy the metro card can I do the $33 one week unlimited rides? So that I can use it in NYC too?
Hi there. Were you asking if you could use the same MetroCard you are paying for the PATH to load the $33 unlimited for the subway? If so, yes you can do that.
@@UrbanCaffeine Hi ;) Amazing video, thanks for it. So this means that I can use the unlimited $33 one week rides for this PATH ride as well, or I need to have an extra credit for the ride from Newark P.Station to NY P.Station?
@@simonulicny6789 Thanks. The PATH does not accept the unlimited. You need to have additional cash credit on the card to pay for the PATH. The unlimited will only be accepted by the subway and buses.
Hey, I was also wondering about the Bus 107 option from the airport? Would you happen to have any info on that? Thanks for a great video!
Also another question, on a domestic flight, how long would it usually take to come out of the plane and go to the bus stop?
Hi there. I'm not sure on the 107 but I think it only stops once a day on weekdays at the actual EWR terminals around 11 or 11:15 am. So it's not as reliable. And I think you would have to pay for 8 or 9 zones (about $10). Again, I'm not 100% sure. As for getting from gate to bus stop... Newark is not super huge. If you don't have luggage to claim maybe 10-15 minutes. That's just a guess.
@@UrbanCaffeine perfect, thank you so much! Keep making these amazing videos! 🙏🙏
Hello ! Thank you for this video. It helps a lot ! 😊
WE travel to NY and will be at Newark airport in june.
WE are 4 adults with 4 big luggages, to Lower Manhattan. What do you think is the easiest option with luggages (between train and bus, WE don’t want to take a cab) ? Thank you in advance for your help 😊
Hi there! That sounds exciting!🗽 I personally would not take large luggage on the NJ Transit but I've seen people do it. You might want to consider the Express Bus. They have a luggage compartment. And you can pay in cash on the bus if you don't want to commit to buying your ticket in advance. It helps to have exact fare ($20 per person). Have a great trip!
Hi Urban Caffeine - Express bus runs in a gap of how much time ?
@@rohankamra91 I think it's every 20 minutes or so, But I read you can't really rely on Express buses because they can be so late and at times you might miss your flight due to their irregular hours. Read the reviews and I'm kinda reluctant to take the bus when returning to the airport for departure. Arriving and going to your destination would be no probs since you're not missing any flights, it's just when you're to fly back and the bus is not on the scheduled times
Consider Airlink shuttle…
I recommend watching with the sound off and the captions on.
Short video suggestion: where do you need to be sat in a plane (left or right) to have the best views of NYC before/while landing and depending of one of the 3 airports. 😉
Thanks! I haven't thought of that. I usually sit in the aisle to get to the bathroom easily. 😅
@@UrbanCaffeine I’ve read that the best is to be sat on the left side while landing at night at EWR.
@@AaaaAaaa-zg3gt I'll keep that in mind if I ever fly into EWR. Thanks!
Thank you so much for this video. Visiting mid-town manhattan for the second time in a few weeks and I think we’ll take the express bus again.
How do we get the express bus?