How to Get to Manhattan: All the Ways, Prices & Pitfalls of the Big Apple
Thinking of joining Manhattan? Whether it’s your first time in the city that never sleeps or your tenth nostalgic return for a slice of greasy pizza and street saxophones — this guide is your golden ticket.
We’ll break down every possible way to get to Manhattan (spoiler: teleportation still isn’t an option), plus what it’ll cost you — in dollars and patience.
✈️ Option 1: Fly Me to the Apple
Where you land matters. NYC is served by three main airports:
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JFK – Big, international, and full of attitude
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Newark (EWR) – Technically in New Jersey, but closer than you think
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LaGuardia (LGA) – Closest to Manhattan, but least international
Sample fares from Tel Aviv (or Europe):
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Direct flight: $800–$1,200
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With layover: $500–$900
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In low season (January–March): sometimes even $450
Pro tip:
Be flexible with dates and check flights via Istanbul, London, or Paris for significant savings.
🚖 Getting from the Airport to Manhattan
From JFK:
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AirTrain + Subway: $10.75 — cheap, but good luck with your suitcase
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Taxi or Uber: Around $70 (flat fare + tolls + tip)
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Shared Shuttle: $20–$35
From Newark (EWR):
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Train to Penn Station: $15–$20
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Taxi/Uber: $80–$100
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Shuttle: $25–$40
From LaGuardia:
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Bus + Subway: $2.90 (if you’re feeling brave)
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Taxi/Uber: $40–$60
Bottom line: Don’t assume “we’ll just figure it out when we land” — NYC airports are built to confuse tired travelers.
🚂 Option 2: Train Into Manhattan
If you’re already in the U.S., Amtrak will drop you straight into Penn Station in midtown.
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From DC or Philly: $30–$60
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From Boston: $80–$150
Bonus: Great views. No TSA drama.
Warning: Amtrak delays are as American as apple pie.
🚌 Option 3: Intercity Bus (a.k.a. Cheapskate Express)
Companies: Greyhound, FlixBus, Megabus
Prices: As low as $5 (seriously) to $50
From: Boston, Philly, Washington, even Toronto
Pros: Ridiculously cheap
Cons: Your knees might never forgive you
🚗 Option 4: Rent a Car – and Then Regret It
Why it sounds like a good idea: Freedom, playlists, your own space
Why it’s not:
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Parking in Manhattan: $50–$80 per day
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Traffic: Think Ayalon at 8 a.m., with more honking
Recommendation: Ditch the car outside the city and take a train or ferry in.
🦶 Option 5: Just Walk It (Once You’re In)
Once you’re in the city, walk!
Every block is a movie set, every corner a scene. Comfortable shoes are not optional — they’re survival gear.
⚠️ Tourist Traps to Avoid
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Unlicensed cabs at the airport: If someone whispers “Private car, cheap price” — run.
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Credit card foreign fees: Use travel-friendly cards or apps like Revolut
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Times Square restaurants: If the waiter is waving you in off the sidewalk — don’t.
💡 TL;DR
Getting to Manhattan isn’t just logistics — it’s a rite of passage. Plan it right, budget for the ride, and keep your camera ready.
The city won’t wait for you — but it will blow your mind if you show up ready.
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