Looking for driving time info on CT-NJ commute...?

Question

Do you know how long it takes to get to get from either Hartford or Stamford CT to the Newark NJ area, during morning and evening commute times? I can mapquest it, but I want to know with traffic, the real time.

Thanks.

Answer 1

Everyone is right, take the train. The traffic on the cross Bronx expressway leading to the George Washington bridge can be a nightmare. Also traffic on I-95 in Ct, from Bridgeport to the New York state line can be slow.Stanford to Newark could take at least 4 hours during the morning rush. Add another hour from Hartford.

Answer 2

It is better to take MNRR train and New Jersey Transit.

I-95 is very busy highway.

If you don't have E-Z Pass, you will be get into very long line on cash, especially George Washington Bridge & Lincoln Tunnel.

Also, tolls operated by MTA and Port Authority of New York & New Jersey fares are increasing.

Answer 3

It's probably easier to take Amtrak and avoid the traffic.   Driving times will be wildly inconsistant and varied depending on traffic, which could be good or bad.

Answer 4

From Stanford to Newark used to take me about 3hrs