The airport is a major international hub for the entire New York area, with connections to every continent distributed across its three terminals (A, B, C).
Often more affordable and less congested than JFK for flights to New York, despite being geographically located in New Jersey.
How to get to Newark Liberty International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to EWR
Parking near Newark Liberty International Airport
P6 Economy costs 35 USD/day; P4 Daily Garage 60 USD/day; Terminal A short-term garage 65 USD/day; Terminal B and C short-term garages 70 USD/day (rates discounted when booking in advance); offsite partner parking starts at 5.06 USD/day.
How to get to New York from EWR
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
NYC: EWR Airport Private Transfer 105-Min FREE Wait Included
Manhattan: Bus Transfer from/to Newark Airport
Private Transfer: NYC Airports to/from Manhattan – Up to 6
Private SUV Transfer: JFK/EWR/LGA ↔ Manhattan – Up to 3
Car rental at Newark Liberty International Airport
A shuttle is required to reach the car rental company counters.
Driver's license, passport, and credit card are sufficient; an International Driving Permit is not required for short stays if the license is in Latin characters.
Hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport
At the airport
free AirTrain connection to Terminals A, B and C in a few minutes, the only hotel on the airport grounds
Best for: those with an overnight layover or a dawn flight who prefer to stay on the airport grounds
- the only hotel directly connected to the terminals by free AirTrain
- useful for those departing very early in the morning
- no evening life around, just the hotel's own restaurant and bar
- rates higher than average compared with the nearby airport area
Recommended hotels
Newark Airport area
the hotel's free shuttle to all terminals in a few minutes
Best for: those who want to sleep near the terminal while spending less than the hotel on the airport grounds
- free shuttle to all terminals, running round-the-clock
- lower rates than the hotel on the airport grounds
- you have to wait for the shuttle, it's not within walking distance
- an area of highway interchanges, nothing to do on foot in the evening
Recommended hotels
Penn Station and Herald Square
a direct NJ Transit or Amtrak train from Penn Station to Newark Liberty Airport Station in about 30 minutes, then the AirTrain to the terminal
Best for: those with an early or late flight who want the most direct connection to the airport
- the only area with a direct train to the terminal with no changes
- also close to the Empire State Building and the big department stores
- an office district, less lively in the evening than Times Square
- crowded sidewalks at rush hour near the station
Recommended hotels
- Hampton Inn Manhattan-35th St/Empire State Bldg a few minutes on foot from Penn Station, useful for anyone catching the train to the airport View availability
- Hilton Garden Inn New York/West 35th Street rooms close to the station, practical for anyone arriving late and leaving on the first train View availability
Times Square and Midtown
the direct Newark Airport Express bus to Midtown in 40-60 minutes depending on traffic
Best for: first-time visitors to New York who want theaters, shops and evening life right outside the door
- theaters, restaurants and shops open late just steps away
- a direct bus stop to the airport with no changes
- the most touristy and noisiest part of Manhattan
- less predictable travel time to the airport due to traffic
Recommended hotels
- New York Marriott Marquis in the heart of Times Square, with panoramic restaurants for anyone wanting to experience the area without going out View availability
- Hilton New York Times Square on 42nd Street among the theaters, in the TripAdvisor Hall of Fame for 5 years for its consistent reviews View availability
World Trade Center and Lower Manhattan
a direct PATH train to Newark Penn Station, then the AirTrain to the terminal, a bit over an hour in total
Best for: those working on Wall Street or wanting to visit the September 11 memorial and the Brooklyn Bridge
- the September 11 memorial, Wall Street and the river just steps away
- a quieter neighborhood in the evening than Midtown
- fewer theaters and nightspots than Times Square
- the PATH connection requires one more change than the train from Penn Station
Recommended hotels
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
- lounges
- 9
- earliest opening
- 04:00
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The 3 terminals (A, B, C) are connected by the AirTrain, which circulates continuously throughout the airport grounds.
Given the scale of the airport, an advance arrival of at least 3 hours is recommended for international flights.
Map of Newark Liberty International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Newark Airport convenient for visiting New York?
Yes, it's often cheaper and less congested than JFK, even though it's geographically in New Jersey; the AirTrain+NJ Transit connection reaches Penn Station Manhattan in 30-40 minutes.
Q. How much does the combined AirTrain+train transfer from Newark cost?
Roughly 17-19 USD depending on the time (combined AirTrain+NJ Transit fare, with discounts outside peak hours). Note: since January 2026, the AirTrain between the station and the terminals has been temporarily replaced by Port Authority shuttles on most weekdays (5:00 am-3:00 pm) - check the service status before departing.
Q. How many terminals does Newark Airport have?
3 terminals (A, B, C), connected by the AirTrain.
Q. Is it better to take a taxi or the train from Newark to Manhattan?
The train is significantly cheaper (17-19 USD versus 60-90 USD for a taxi) even though it requires a change at Newark Airport Station; since January 2026 the AirTrain between the terminals and the station has been partially replaced by Port Authority shuttles on weekdays (5:00 am-3:00 pm), check the service status.
Q. What time does the first lounge open?
At 04:00: Admirals Club (Terminal A).
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
