This document provides a factual guide for travel between Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Atlantic City, New Jersey. It details transportation methods with quantitative data. It also lists verified attractions along the travel corridor, including precise locations and distances from the point of origin. This is a factual guide to transportation.
What are the primary transportation methods from Newark to Atlantic City?
The 4 primary methods are private vehicle, bus, train, and private car service. Each option has a different cost structure, travel time, and level of convenience. The total road distance is approximately 110 miles (177 kilometers).
What are the specific attributes of each transportation method?
The following table details the specific attributes for each transportation method.
| Transportation Method | Travel Time | Estimated Cost (One-Way) | Route / Departure Point | Key Features |
| Private Vehicle (Self-Drive) | 1 hr 50 min – 2 hr 10 min | $15 – $30 (Fuel & Tolls) | Primary Route: NJ Turnpike South to Garden State Parkway South to Atlantic City Expressway East. | Dependent on real-time traffic conditions. Most direct route. |
| Bus Services | 2 hr 20 min – 3 hr | $32.98 – $42.00 | Departure: Newark Penn Station Arrival: Atlantic City Bus Terminal | Direct service options via NJ Transit (#319) or Greyhound. Fares vary by operator. |
| Train (NJ Transit) | 3 hr – 3 hr 45 min | $35 – $60 | Departure: Newark Penn Station Transfer: Philadelphia 30th St. Station Arrival: Atlantic City Rail Terminal | Service requires a mandatory transfer in Philadelphia. |
| Private Car Service | 1 hr 50 min | ~$75/hour | Departure: User-Specified Address Arrival: User-Specified Address | Includes various vehicle options (sedan, SUV) and a chauffeur. |
Which transportation method is optimal based on priority?
What are verified points of interest on the route from Newark to Atlantic City?
The following list provides 8 verified points of interest, with corrected distances calculated from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
- Thomas Edison National Historical Park
- Location: West Orange, NJ.
- Distance from EWR: 9.3 miles (15 km).
- Details: This park preserves the laboratory and residence of Thomas Edison.
- Liberty State Park
- Location: Jersey City, NJ.
- Distance from EWR: 7.5 miles (12 km).
- Details: Offers views of the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline. It contains the Liberty Science Center.
- Jersey Shore Premium Outlets
- Location: Tinton Falls, NJ.
- Distance from EWR: 43 miles (69 km).
- Details: An outdoor shopping center with 120 stores.
- Asbury Park Beach & Boardwalk
- Location: Asbury Park, NJ.
- Distance from EWR: 46 miles (74 km).
- Details: Features a historic boardwalk, music venues, and restaurants.
- Allaire State Park
- Location: Wall Township, NJ.
- Distance from EWR: 46 miles (74 km).
- Details: The park includes a 19th-century historic village (Allaire Village) and the Pine Creek Railroad.
- Six Flags Great Adventure & Safari
- Location: Jackson, NJ.
- Distance from EWR: 57 miles (92 km).
- Details: A major theme park complex that includes a drive-through safari park.
- Barnegat Lighthouse State Park
- Location: Long Beach Island, NJ.
- Distance from EWR: 73 miles (117 km).
- Details: Site of the Barnegat Lighthouse, offering maritime forest trails and ocean views.
- Renault Winery Resort
- Location: Egg Harbor City, NJ.
- Distance from EWR: 107 miles (172 km).
- Details: One of the oldest continuously operating wineries in the United States, founded in 1864.
Factual Summary: Transportation and Attractions from Newark (EWR) to Atlantic City (ACY)
The transit corridor between Newark and Atlantic City offers 4 distinct transportation options: private vehicle, bus, train, and private car service. Travel times range from 1 hour 50 minutes to over 3 hours 45 minutes. Costs range from under $35 to over $375. The route also provides access to 8 distinct historical, recreational, and commercial attractions. This document is a factual guide to transportation.
