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 26 min. The ride fare is $3.00.

26min$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

From Jersey City to Manhattan by subway and train

To get from Jersey City to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey, take the ATW train from Journal Square station to 14th Street station. Next, take the 3 subway from 14 St station to Park Place station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

49min$6.00
Walk to train stationTrain - ATW
Train - ATW
Subway - 3
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 - ATWATW
    Wait for train
    ATW
    Journal Square - 33rd Street Via Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    14th Street
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    14 St
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Subway - 3
    Wait for subway
    3
    New Lots Av
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Place
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Manhattan
    Walk to
    Manhattan
    60 yd • 1 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 26 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.

Public transit stations close to Jersey City

Jersey City is located at Jersey City, New York - New Jersey and the nearest public transit station is Journal Square.

Train stations close to Jersey City:

  • Journal Square
  • Grove Street

Bus stations close to Jersey City:

  • Summit Ave at Pavonia Ave
  • Central Ave at Pavonia Ave
  • JFK Blvd at Cottage St

Public transit stations close to Manhattan, New York - New Jersey

Manhattan is located at Manhattan, New York - New Jersey and the nearest public transit station is Chambers St.

Subway stations close to Manhattan:

  • Chambers St
  • World Trade Center
  • Park Place

Bus stations close to Manhattan:

  • Broadway/Park Pl
  • Church St/Park Pl
  • Church St / Barclay St

Related Routes

From Jersey City to Manhattan by subway and train

To get from Jersey City to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey, take the ATW train from Journal Square station to 14th Street station. Next, take the 3 subway from 14 St station to Park Place station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

49min$6.00
Walk to train stationTrain - ATW
Train - ATW
Subway - 3
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 - ATWATW
    Wait for train
    ATW
    Journal Square - 33rd Street Via Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    14th Street
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    14 St
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Subway - 3
    Wait for subway
    3
    New Lots Av
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Place
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Manhattan
    Walk to
    Manhattan
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 26 minutes, using Train line RED.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Jersey City to Manhattan?

    The alternative route takes 49 minutes, using Train line ATW, Subway line 3.

  • 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 26 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 Newark - 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 26 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 Newark - 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 11:43 PM.

  • 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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