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Getting Around / Transportation

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey


Moving the Region and Building 21st Century Infrastructure. World-class transportation infrastructure is essential to economic growth and vitality. At the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, we keep the region moving by air, land, rail and sea, so that the people and businesses of our region continue to thrive. With engineering in our DNA, we are shaping the future of the region with groundbreaking yet practical facilities and systems built for the 21st century.

  • Airports / New York City

    New York City Airports


    New York has three main airports through which millions of people pass each year. If you have questions about travel into and out of New York City, call (800) A-I-R-R-I-D-E during normal business hours.


    John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    JFK, in Queens (at the south end of the Van Wyck Expressway), primarily handles international flights.


    Getting to JFK

    General Info: 718-244-4444

    Parking Info: 718-244-4168

    LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

    LaGuardia, also in Queens (on the Grand Central Parkway), mainly handles domestic flights. If you're flying in from anywhere in the U.S., chances are you'll come through here. Particular exceptions include Continental Airlines.


    Getting to LaGuardia

    General Info: 718-533-3400

    Parking Info: 718-533-3850

    Newark International Airport (EWR)

    Newark, in Newark, New Jersey, handles both domestic and international flights. It's a bit further from the city than the other two airports, but it is generally less crowded and has more modern facilities.


    Getting to Newark

    General Info: 973-961-6000

    Parking Info: 888-397-4636

    Before visiting New York's airports you may want to heed the warnings of one traveler to New York's Kennedy airport.

  • Ferries / NYC

    New York City Ferry

    NYC Ferry operated by City Experiences aims to provide a new, affordable way to travel between waterfront communities throughout New York City. The six routes span over 60 nautical miles of waterways and will connect the New Yorkers and visitors to the city’s waterfront communities – including neighborhoods, job centers, and parks.

  • Local Buses and Subways / NYC

    The Metropolitan Transportation Authority

    The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. 


    New York City Transit’s Customer Service Center

    The New York City Transit Customer Service Center is located in Lower Manhattan, but we're here to help you via our web tools and over the phone at 511 as well. You can also visit a Customer Service Center in a subway station.

    3 Stone St

    New York, NY 10004

    Hours:

    9 a.m.-5 p.m.,

    Monday-Friday, except holidays


    Nearby subway stations

    Bowling Green ​​

    Whitehall Street-South Ferry ​​​

    Broad Street ​​


  • Buslines / International

    Flixbus

    Traveling with FlixBus is hassle-free with our modern and comfortable buses, frequent connections, and reliable schedules. Our extensive network spans almost 2,300 destinations in 40+ countries, including major cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Plus, enjoy free WiFi on most of our buses and track your journey in real-time using our bus tracking system. What's more, our integration with Greyhound provides even more coverage and travel options throughout North America, making FlixBus the ideal choice for domestic and international travel.


    Megabus

    Megabus offers city-to-city bus tickets as low as $1 for your travel around the North America, all bookable from your computer or smartphone! Our system works– beyond our low price bus tickets and easy travel – customers keep coming back for our well connected North American transportation network and great bus service from the moment you book to when you arrive safely and quickly at your destination. The Megabus model was designed with the customer in mind, and we can’t wait to hit the road with you!


    Trailways 

    Trailways offers bus tickets on the best city-to-city routes all over North America. Whether you’re traveling to New York’s state capital, Albany, or to the heart of NYC for a night out, Trailways gets you there for less. If you’re looking for a fun weekend bus trip to Las Vegas or Atlantic City with friends, Trailways makes the drive home way easier. We don’t just serve the United States, we offer Trailways bus services to both Central Canada and Mexico.


    Greyhound Lines

    Founded in 1914, Greyhound Lines, Inc. is the largest provider of intercity bus transportation, serving 2,300 destinations across North America with a modern, environmentally friendly fleet. It has become an American icon, providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable travel to nearly 16 million passengers each year in the United States and Canada. The Greyhound running dog is one of the most recognized brands in the world.

  • Trains / NYC

    Amtrak

    The National Railroad Passenger Corporation, Amtrak, is a corporation striving to deliver a high quality, safe, on-time rail passenger service that exceeds customer expectations. Learn all about Amtrak here from every angle.


    The Port Authority Trans-Hudson Corporation

    PATH is a vital connection between New Jersey and New York, serving millions of riders a year.


    Long Island Rail Road (LIRR)

    The Long Island Rail Road is the busiest commuter railroad in North America, carrying approximately 200,000 customers each weekday on 947 daily trains.


    Metro Transit Authority (NYC)

    The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined.

    New York City Transit

     2 Broadway, D17.111

    New York, NY 10004

    Phone: (646) 252-2654



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