Newark Airport To New York City Taxi Cost

Cost of Taxi from Newark Airport to Manhattan

The Official Taxi Line

When looking to get from Newark Airport to Manhattan, you'll find an official taxi line present. Using the official taxi line ensures that you're getting a regulated and metered fare.

Taxi Fares

The fare for a taxi from Newark Airport to Manhattan is based on the meter, plus tolls and surcharges. Here's a general breakdown of the costs: *

Base Fare:

$5.50 *

Per-mile Rate:

$2.50 *

Per-minute Rate:

$0.50 (when the taxi is stopped or moving slowly) *

Tolls:

The New Jersey Turnpike and Lincoln Tunnel tolls are included in the fare. *

Surcharges:

There may be additional surcharges during peak hours or for certain types of vehicles.

Alternative Ways to Get to Manhattan

In addition to taking a taxi, there are several other transportation options available: *

Train:

The AirTrain connects Newark Airport to the NJ Transit station, where you can take a train directly to Manhattan. *

Bus:

New Jersey Transit also offers bus service between Newark Airport and Manhattan. *

Tram:

The Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) offers tram service between Newark Airport and Manhattan. *

Car Rental:

You can rent a car at Newark Airport and drive to Manhattan yourself. *

Shuttle:

There are shared and private shuttle services that provide transportation between Newark Airport and Manhattan.