How to get from Jersey City to Manhattan by train?

From Jersey City to Manhattan by train

Take one direct train from Jersey City to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey: take the RED train from Journal Square station to World Trade Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The train schedule from Jersey City may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Manhattan on the Moovit app.

25min$3.00
Walk to train station
Train - RED
Walk to Manhattan
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 - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    World Trade Center
    ID WTC
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to Manhattan
    Walk to
    Manhattan
    350 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Jersey City to Manhattan

The distance between Jersey City, New York - New Jersey and Manhattan, New York - New Jersey is approximately 3.33 mi, which can typically be travelled in 25 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jersey City to Manhattan by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Jersey City to Manhattan

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 25 minutes, using Train line RED.

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

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Jersey City to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey in 25 min.

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

    The RED train line goes from Journal Square station near Jersey City to World Trade Center station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Jersey City to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey by train?

    The total travel time between Jersey City and Manhattan in New York - New Jersey by train is about 25 min.

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

    Get on the RED 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 Manhattan in New York - New Jersey?

    Get off the train at the World Trade Center station, which is closest to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • When is the first train from Jersey City to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey?

    The first train from Jersey City to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey is Newark - World Trade Center. It leaves the Journal Square station at 12:43 AM.

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

    The ride from Jersey City to Manhattan costs $3.00.

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