How to get from Jersey City to 79 St by subway and train?

Jersey City to 79 St - Train Schedule

The YEL train from Jersey City to 79 St runs from 5:49 AM to 10:27 PM, with departures every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 6 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Jersey City to 79 St by subway and train

To get from Jersey City to 79 St in New York - New Jersey, take the YEL train from Journal Square station to 9th Street station. Next, take the D subway from W 4 St-Wash Sq station to 79 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The subway and train schedule from Jersey City may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to 79 St on the Moovit app.

66min$6.00
Walk to train station
Train - YEL
Subway - D
Leaves from Journal Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - YEL
    Wait for train
    YEL
    Journal Square - 33rd Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    9th Street
    ID 9TH
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    W 4 St-Wash Sq
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Subway - D
    Wait for subway
    D
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
  • 6
    Ride to subway station 79 St
    Ride to subway station
    79 St
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Jersey City to 79 St

The distance between Jersey City, New York - New Jersey and 79 St, New York - New Jersey is approximately 14.4 mi, which can typically be travelled in 66 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jersey City to 79 St by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Jersey City to 79 St

To check the subway and train schedule from Jersey City to 79 St using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Jersey City) and destination (79 St), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest subway and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Jersey City to 79 St?

    The fastest way takes 66 minutes, using Train line YEL, Subway line D.

  • Is there a direct train between Jersey City and 79 St in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Jersey City to 79 St in New York - New Jersey?

    The YEL train line goes from Journal Square station near Jersey City to 9th Street station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till 9th Street station near 79 St in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Jersey City to 79 St in New York - New Jersey by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Jersey City and 79 St in New York - New Jersey by train and subway is about 1 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Jersey City to get to 79 St in New York - New Jersey?

    Get on the YEL train from the Journal Square station near Jersey City in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Jersey City and 79 St in New York - New Jersey?

    Get off the train at the 9th Street station, which is closest to 79 St in New York - New Jersey.

  • How much is the train fare from Jersey City to 79 St?

    The ride from Jersey City to 79 St costs $6.00.

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