How to get from Manhattan to Hoboken by bus and subway?

From Manhattan to Hoboken by bus and subway

To get from Manhattan to Hoboken in Hoboken, take the C subway from 86 St station to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station. Next, take the 126 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to Washington St at 12th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The bus and subway schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Hoboken on the Moovit app.

49min
Walk to subway station
Subway - C
Bus - 126126
Walk to Hoboken
Leaves from 86 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    86 St
    600 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Subway - C
    Wait for subway
    C
    Euclid Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    ID 26229
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Hoboken-Path
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St at 12th St
    ID 20515
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Hoboken
    Walk to
    Hoboken
    420 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Manhattan to Hoboken by bus and subway via B, A and 126

To get from Manhattan to Hoboken you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one bus line: take the B subway from 86 St station to 59 St-Columbus Circle station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the A subway and finally take the 126 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to Washington St at 12th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The bus and subway schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Hoboken on the Moovit app.

42min
Walk to subway station
Subway - B
Subway - A
Bus - 126126
Walk to Hoboken
Leaves from 86 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    86 St
    600 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Subway - B
    Wait for subway
    B
    Brighton Beach
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    59 St-Columbus Circle
    5 min
  • 4
    Subway - A
    Wait for subway
    A
    Far Rockaway-Mott Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
    3 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    ID 26229
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Hoboken-Path
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St at 12th St
    ID 20515
    12 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hoboken
    Walk to
    Hoboken
    420 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Manhattan to Hoboken

The distance between Manhattan and Hoboken is approximately 6.13 mi, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Manhattan to Hoboken by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Hoboken – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Manhattan to Hoboken

To check the bus and subway schedule from Manhattan to Hoboken using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Manhattan) and destination (Hoboken), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and subway, 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 bus and subway schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Manhattan to Hoboken by bus and subway via B, A and 126

To get from Manhattan to Hoboken you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one bus line: take the B subway from 86 St station to 59 St-Columbus Circle station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the A subway and finally take the 126 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to Washington St at 12th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The bus and subway schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Hoboken on the Moovit app.

42min
Walk to subway station
Subway - B
Subway - A
Bus - 126126
Walk to Hoboken
Leaves from 86 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    86 St
    600 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Subway - B
    Wait for subway
    B
    Brighton Beach
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    59 St-Columbus Circle
    5 min
  • 4
    Subway - A
    Wait for subway
    A
    Far Rockaway-Mott Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
    3 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    ID 26229
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Hoboken-Path
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St at 12th St
    ID 20515
    12 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hoboken
    Walk to
    Hoboken
    420 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Hoboken?

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Subway line C, Bus line 126.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Manhattan to Hoboken?

    The alternative route takes 42 minutes, using Subway line B, Subway line A, Bus line 126.

  • Is there a direct subway between Manhattan and Hoboken?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 49 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Manhattan to Hoboken?

    The C subway line goes from 86 St station near Manhattan in Manhattan to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station near Hoboken.

  • How long does it take to travel from Manhattan to Hoboken by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Manhattan and Hoboken by subway and bus is about 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Manhattan to get to Hoboken?

    Get on the C subway from the 86 St station near Manhattan in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Manhattan and Hoboken?

    Get off the subway at the 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal stop, which is closest to Hoboken.

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