Hi Mooviters,
NYC Congestion pricing is here and Moovit is here to help you navigate this big change. Whether you are new to public transit, a public transit junky, commuter, weekend traveler or visitor – let Moovit help you travel in and around NYC.
Let us guide you through:
- NYC Congestion Pricing – what is it?
- Public Transit Options to NYC
- Park & Ride Trip Planning – Now in Moovit, let us show you how it works!
- Moovit Best Practices for an Easy Commute
- How else is Moovit getting ready for NYC Congestion Pricing?
What is NYC Congestion Pricing?
Congestion Pricing, which is set to start January 5th 2025, will charge drivers a fee for entering Manhattan’s most congested areas, A.K.A the Congestion relief zone. This includes local streets from 60th and below. Private cars entering the zone during peak hours will be charged $9, and taxis will add a surcharge for every trip into the zone. For a complete breakdown of tolls and exemptions, please check MTA’s website. The projected impact is at least 80,000 fewer vehicles entering the zone EVERY DAY!
Less cars means less congestion, and cleaner air.
If you are commuting to or vising NYC from New Jersey there are lots of great transit options:
- NJ Transit
- Trains: NJ Transit operates several train lines connecting New Jersey to Penn Station in Manhattan. Popular lines include the Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line and Morris and Essex lines. Fares depend on distance traveled.
- Buses: NJ Transit buses serve many parts of New Jersey, with routes leading directly into Manhattan’s Port Authority Bus Terminal at 42nd Street. Similar to train fares, the cost depends on the distance traveled, and passes must be purchased in advance.
- PATH train service is a great option for commuters with service from Newark Penn Station, Journal Square and Hoboken to 33st & World Trade Center. The flat fare is $2.75.
- Ferry Operators like NY Waterway and Seastreak provide service from terminals such as Hoboken, Weehawken and Edgewater to Midtown and downtown Manhattan. Fares vary depending on destination, with monthly passes available for frequent riders.
- Many private bus carriers offer long or short distance trips directly to Port Authority Station and additional stops in NYC, including Trailways, Bonanza, Peter Pan. Coach ,Megabus, and Greyhound.
In Manhattan, just hop on MTA subway or bus which operates around the clock.
Park and Ride Trip Planning is now available in Moovit!
We know that public transit is not always in walking distance. In order to help commuters and visitors access public transit and opt to drive their cars less we have added Park and Ride Data to Moovit.
Which parking lot data did we include? We used the Park and Ride data available from 511NY and have only included parking lots with the following criteria: Free or Meter Parking, No permits required and close to a bus or train station.
How to plan a trip with park and ride? Simply enter where you want to go in the Directions tab in the Moovit App. If a park and ride trip plan is available you will see a section called ” Drive, Park & Ride” below below the “Suggested Routes” section. We will show you 1 Park & Ride trip plan option, but feel free to click on “View more Routes” to see more Park & Ride trip plans. Then simply click on your chosen trip plan and Go!
You can also see the parking lots on the map on Moovit’s Stations tab.
Moovit Best Practices for an Easy Commute
- Use Moovit’s trip planner to check for the best routes to NYC for you. Check based on your desired departure time or arrival time.
- Already know your route, use Moovit’s line view to check schedules, service times and stops.
- Once you are ready to ride, use Moovit for real time arrival updates and to check for any service alerts or disruptions.
How is Moovit getting ready for NYC Congestion Pricing?
- Real-Time Updates – Missing your bus is something we want to avoid. We are working around the clock to improve our real time predictions, so you can travel care free.
- Fare Data Refinement – Sometimes the choice between driving and transit is all about cost. We are reviewing our fare data to guarantee we are showing you correct fare information so you can make the choice that fits your budget.
Have more ideas of how we can help? Please contact us through our feedback form in the Moovit App.
You ride, we guide,
The USA Moovit Team