The PATH rail system runs from New Jersey to the heart of Manhattan. When travelling from New Jersey to Manhattan or back you can take the PATH for an efficient and comfortable ride. There are two PATH routes, with several stops in New York and New Jersey. It’s a good means of transport when you need to travel from Manhattan to Hoboken, Downtown Jersey City or Newark Train station.
Travelling from New Jersey to New York
PATH is the rail system that connects New Jersey to Manhattan. There are two lines: one running from the One World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan to Newark and Hoboken in New Jersey, the other running from 33rd Street in New York to Hoboken and Journal Square in New Jersey.
Travelling from New Jersey to New York needn’t take too much time. A train ride will take anywhere between 10 and 30 minutes:
| Newark Penn Station – WTC | 25 minutes |
| Hoboken – WTC | 10 minutes |
| Hoboken – 33rd St | 14 minutes |
| Journal Square (via Hoboken) – 33rd St | 27 minutes |
Click here for details of the PATH routes.
Tickets for PATH
The PATH train fare is $3 for a single ride. You can pay for the PATH by purchasing a ticket from the ticket machines or by tapping a TAPP card or your contactless credit card at the turnstile.
There are also multiple PATH card options, such as a 1-Trip ticket or passes for a certain number of rides, which can save you money if you intend to use the PATH often during your stay. Children under 5 years of age travel for free.
Note: PATH does not accept the OMNY card.
TAPP card for the PATH train in New York
If you’re travelling with multiple people, a TAPP card is a convenient option. The card has no limit on users. Whether you’re travelling with a family of four or a group of ten or more, everyone can use the same card.
Changing from PATH to subway
The PATH and the New York subway are two different transit systems. Transferring between PATH and the subway counts as two separate journeys, so you’ll need to make two payments, even if you are using the same credit card. You’ll tap to enter PATH, then tap again to enter the subway, and vice versa.
Buy your PATH train TAPP card
PATH New Jersey
Can be shared with others
Can only be used for PATH.
You will receive your TAPP card(s) within 5-10 working days at the entered address (please take into account the weekend and/or any public holidays).
Do you have questions about the TAPP card or your order? Then send an email to eric@newyork.co.uk.
Important: Are you buying your TAPP card for the PATH train via NewYork.co.uk? Then you will pay slightly more for this card than in New York. This is because costs are charged for paying via credit card or PayPal and you pay shipping and administrative costs. Normally, it is always more advantageous to order tickets and cards in advance via NewYork.co.uk. However, this does not apply to the PATH card. This service is intended for people who like to have a PATH card on hand when arriving in New York and don’t mind paying extra for this.
New Jersey Transit or PATH?
You can also travel from Manhattan to New Jersey with New Jersey Transit, the public transportation network of trains and buses in the state of New Jersey. For example, with NJ Transit, you can travel from Manhattan to Newark International Airport or Philadelphia.
However, PATH is more convenient, so for routes where you can choose between both options, I recommend taking the PATH train.
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