🇺🇸 New York Airport Transfer
New York LaGuardia (LGA) Newark Liberty (EWR)
LaGuardia to Newark is around 30 km through Manhattan tunnels. Best done by taxi in off-peak — public transit needs 2-3 transfers.
Distance
30 km
Min. connection
3.5h
Best time to transfer
Off-peak (10:00-15:00)
Transfer options
Yellow cab / Uber / Lyft
taxi
Duration
45-100 min
Cost
$75-140
Frequency
On-demand
Best for: Fastest option
Private car (Welcome Pickups)
private transfer
Duration
45-90 min
Cost
$110-180
Frequency
On-demand
Best for: Groups + luggage
Book Welcome Pickups NYC Airporter Shuttle
bus
Duration
75-120 min
Cost
$30-45
Frequency
Every 30-60 min
Best for: Budget option with 1 transfer
M60 bus + 4/5/6 train + PATH + AirTrain Newark
metro
Duration
110-150 min + 3 transfers
Cost
$14-18
Frequency
Every 10-15 min
Best for: Cheapest transit
⚠️ Multi-leg — not luggage-friendly
Stay overnight in New York?
If your connection is 8+ hours or overnight, a hotel between the two airports beats an airport chair.
Frequently asked questions
How long does LGA to EWR take?
Off-peak taxi: 45-60 minutes. Peak hours: 75-100 minutes. Public transit: 110-150 minutes with 3 transfers.
What is the cheapest way from LGA to Newark?
M60 bus + subway + PATH + AirTrain Newark. Around $14-18 total. But NYC Airporter shuttle at $30-45 with 1 transfer is much simpler for the time saved.
How much time between LGA and EWR?
Minimum 3.5 hours. If you have checked bags: 4 hours to be safe.
Is a private transfer worth it LGA to EWR?
Yes if 3+ people or heavy luggage. Splitting $110-180 among 3-4 passengers is often cheaper than 3-4 taxi fares + faster than NYC Airporter.
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