How to get from Manhattan to Subway by light rail and train?

From Manhattan to Subway by light rail and train

To get from Manhattan to Subway in Newark, take the RED train from World Trade Center station to Newark station. Next, take the NLR light rail from Penn Station Light Rail Departure station to Warren Street Light Rail Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The light rail and train schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Subway on the Moovit app.

48min
Walk to train station
Train - RED
Light Rail - NLRNLR
Walk to Subway
Leaves from World Trade Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    World Trade Center
    ID WTC
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Penn Station Light Rail Departure
    ID 30771
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - NLRNLR
    Wait for light rail
    NLR
    Grove Street
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Warren Street Light Rail Station
    ID 30768
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to Subway
    Walk to
    Subway
    Central ave (Lock st)
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Manhattan to Subway by bus and train

To get from Manhattan to Subway in Newark, take the RED train from World Trade Center station to Newark station. Next, take the 44 bus from Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station to Central Ave at Lock St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The light rail and train schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Subway on the Moovit app.

49min
Walk to train station
Train - RED
Bus - 4444
Walk to Subway
Leaves from World Trade Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    World Trade Center
    ID WTC
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side)
    ID 18835
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4444
    Wait for bus
    44
    Orange Rail Station Via Tremont & Va Hospital
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central Ave at Lock St
    ID 18412
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Subway
    Walk to
    Subway
    Central ave (Lock st)
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Manhattan to Subway

The distance between Manhattan, Newark and Subway, Newark is approximately 10.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Manhattan to Subway by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Newark – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Manhattan to Subway

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

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From Manhattan to Subway by bus and train

To get from Manhattan to Subway in Newark, take the RED train from World Trade Center station to Newark station. Next, take the 44 bus from Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station to Central Ave at Lock St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The light rail and train schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Subway on the Moovit app.

49min
Walk to train station
Train - RED
Bus - 4444
Walk to Subway
Leaves from World Trade Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    World Trade Center
    ID WTC
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side)
    ID 18835
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4444
    Wait for bus
    44
    Orange Rail Station Via Tremont & Va Hospital
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central Ave at Lock St
    ID 18412
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Subway
    Walk to
    Subway
    Central ave (Lock st)
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Train line RED, Light Rail line NLR.

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

    The alternative route takes 49 minutes, using Train line RED, Bus line 44.

  • Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Subway?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 48 min.

  • Which train line goes from Manhattan to Subway?

    The RED train line goes from World Trade Center station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to Penn Station Light Rail Departure station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Penn Station Light Rail Departure station near Subway in Newark.

  • How long does it take to travel from Manhattan to Subway by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Manhattan in New York - New Jersey and Subway in Newark by train and light rail is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Manhattan to get to Subway?

    Get on the RED train from the World Trade Center station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Manhattan and Subway?

    Get off the train at the Penn Station Light Rail Departure station, which is closest to Subway in Newark.

  • When is the first train from Manhattan to Subway?

    The first train from Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to Subway in Newark is Newark - World Trade Center. It leaves the World Trade Center station at 8:30 PM.

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