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New Jersey Transit

New Jersey Transit has two lines that service the Newark International Airport: The North Jersey Coast Line and the North East Corridor Line. A one-way adult ticket (including the AirTrain) is $11.55 from Newark to Penn Station. The AirTrain runs frequently during peak periods and every 15-20 minutes during off-peak hours, the AirTrain takes you from your terminal to the Newark International Airport Station

Taxis and Car Services

Taxi: $45 + toll + tip.

Car Service: You will need to call ahead of time to schedule a pick-up. It is advisable to accept a ride only from a driver carrying a sign with your name on it. While we cannot endorse any specific company, the following are estimates of the cost of car service from Newark to Morningside Heights. Please note that tolls, tips and parking are not included in the cost.
  • Carmel Car Service: $39.00
  • Tel-Aviv Car Service: $35.00

Shuttle Service

Olympic Trails Airport Express offers shuttles from Newark Airport to drop-off sites at Penn Station (New York Hotel), Grand Central Station and Port Authority all day. It takes approximately 20 minutes and the bus leaves every 30 minutes until 8:30am and then 20 minutes thereafter. The cost is $10. Upon arrival in Manhattan, you can take a taxi, subway, or bus to Columbia University.




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