Google Maps
Must have to get around the city on your own. Google Maps will even find directions for using public transport. Pro-tip: You can download a map from Google for offline use by typing ‘Ok maps’ in the search bar.
Uber & Lyft:
Highly recommended if you want to find a ride quickly. NYC yellow taxis can sometimes be hard to find!
Taxis
You can always catch a taxi. Stand on the side of the street with your hand up and like a real New Yorker and scream TAXI, this usually works for Julie. Do not get into random black cars, only yellow cabs (unless it’s an Uber or Lyft). You can pay with cash, credit card or apple pay. 15-20% tip is expected. Lo siento.
Subway
The transportation choice for millions of New Yorkers every day! Why? It’s cheap, easy and quick! The entry fee is a flat $2.75 and you can pay using ApplePay or a contactless bank card directly at the turnstiles. You can also buy a prepaid MetroCard instead.
Buses
Can also be a good option if you need to get across town, say from 8th Ave to 1st Ave within the same street. Note that traffic can get quite busy depending on the time of day and wait times may be long. Pricing is the same as for a single subway ride and you can also pay with ApplePay / contactless or a MetroCard.
Citi Bikes
Great option if you’re looking to get a workout and see the city. There are pedal-assist e-bikes available too if you’re feeling tired. You can grab a bike by paying with your bank card at the bike dock, using the Citi Bike NYC app or Lyft app. Price is $4 for 30 mins, a surcharge of $0.26 per minute applies thereafter. We do not recommend this form of transportation to the wedding, you need to save your energy for the dance floor and you might split your pants.
JFK Airport to Manhattan
Subway: ● Duration: ~1hr, 15 minutes ● Price: One way is $10.75 inclusive of an $8 entry fee for the AirTrain to Jamaica Station or Howard Beach Station and a $2.75 subway entry fee ● Tip: You will need to buy a MetroCard to enter the AirTrain, you cannot pay for the entry fee with ApplePay or a contactless card. You can also use the MetroCard for the subway or if you prefer you can pay for the subway directly at the turnstiles with your phone using ApplePay or a contactless card. Train: ● Duration: ~1hr ● Price: One way is $7-$11 depending on peak / off-peak schedule. You can buy tickets at the machines at the station or using the app MTA TrainTime. Tickets can also be purchased on board but will be ~$5 more expensive ● Tip: Great option if you’re traveling to or near Penn Station (34th Street, between 7th and 8th Ave) Uber / Lyft or Taxi: ● Duration: ~45 mins to 1hr (+ depending on traffic) ● Price: Uber and Lyft typically range between $60 to $90 depending on demand or traffic. Taxis have a flat fee of $75 + tip (lo siento).
Newark Airport to Manhattan
Train: ● Duration: ~45 mins ● Price: One way is ~$15. You can purchase tickets at the station or using the app NJ Transit ● Tip: Great option if you’re traveling to or near Penn Station (34th Street, between 7th and 8th Ave) Uber / Lyft or Taxi: ● Duration: ~30 to 50 mins (+ depending on traffic) ● Price: Uber and Lyft typically range between $60 to $90 depending on demand or traffic. Tipping is optional.