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Compare bus and train for South River, NJ to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from South River, NJ to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from South River, NJ to New York, NY:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from South River, NJ to New York, NY costing on average $19 (€15).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 50m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (47m by train vs 49m by car). Tickets start at around $19 (€15) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets South River, NJ to New York, NY by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South River, NJ to New York, NY
Trains from South River, NJ to New York, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 10:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from South River, NJ to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between South River, NJ and New York, NY from $13 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from South River, NJ to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South River, NJ to New York, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from South River, NJ to New York, NY
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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