How to get from Newark Airport EWR to Terminal 5 by light rail and train?

From Newark Airport EWR to Terminal 5 by light rail and train

To get from Newark Airport EWR to Terminal 5 in Queens, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the NEC train from Newark Int'L Airport station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BABYLON BRANCH train and finally take the AIRTRAIN light rail from Jamaica station to Terminal 5 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The light rail and train schedule from Newark Airport EWR may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Terminal 5 on the Moovit app.

84min
Walk to train station
Train - NEC
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
Leaves from Newark Int'L Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newark Int'L Airport
    ID NA
    0.64 mi • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3830| Penn Station New York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    26 min
  • 4
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Babylon
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    20 min
  • 6
    Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
    Wait for light rail
    AIRTRAIN
    Jamaica Station
  • 7
    Ride to light rail station Terminal 5
    Ride to light rail station
    Terminal 5
    ID 160558
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Newark Airport EWR to Terminal 5

The distance between Newark Airport EWR, Queens and Terminal 5, Queens is approximately 30.01 mi, which can typically be travelled in 84 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newark Airport EWR to Terminal 5 by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Queens – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Newark Airport EWR to Terminal 5

To check the light rail and train schedule from Newark Airport EWR to Terminal 5 using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Newark Airport EWR) and destination (Terminal 5), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Newark Airport EWR to Terminal 5?

    The fastest way takes 84 minutes, using Train line NEC, Train line BABYLON BRANCH, Light Rail line AIRTRAIN.

  • Is there a direct train between Newark Airport EWR and Terminal 5?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 24 min.

  • Which train line goes from Newark Airport EWR to Terminal 5?

    The NEC train line goes from 34 St-Penn Station near Newark Airport EWR in Newark to Jamaica station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line till Jamaica station near Terminal 5 in Queens.

  • How long does it take to travel from Newark Airport EWR to Terminal 5 by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Newark Airport EWR in Newark and Terminal 5 in Queens by train and light rail is about 1 hr 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Newark Airport EWR to get to Terminal 5?

    Get on the NEC train from the 34 St-Penn Station near Newark Airport EWR in Newark.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Newark Airport EWR and Terminal 5?

    Get off the train at the Jamaica station, which is closest to Terminal 5 in Queens.

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