For EWR to Edison, you can drive, take NJ TRANSIT from the airport rail station, or arrange a taxi, rideshare or shuttle. Comparing the final leg with your arrival plans can help you choose a practical option.
- Rail: NJ TRANSIT serves the airport rail station and Edison Station, but you’ll need to check for a train that stops at Edison.
- Airport connection: AirTrain Newark connects the terminals with Newark Airport Rail Station.
- Taxi and rideshare: Licensed taxis wait outside each terminal; app pickups use designated zones.
- Shuttles: Authorized shuttle, van and private-car services operate at the airport.
Driving from Newark Liberty International Airport
Driving is a direct option between Newark Liberty International Airport and Edison, with the trip from the airport to Edison Motor Lodge taking about 39 minutes by car.
If you’re arranging a rental car or getting a ride from someone, plan the airport pickup before setting off. The airport’s AirTrain connects passengers with the rental-car center as well as terminals, central parking, on-airport buses, hotel shuttles and public transportation.
For a room to make Edison your base, compare rooms for your stay in Edison. For a rental, follow the airport’s directions to the rental-car center; for another pickup, agree on where to meet before leaving the terminal.
NJ TRANSIT bus routes 28, 37, 62, 67 and 107 serve airport terminals, but that information does not establish a direct bus connection to Edison.
How do you get from Newark Airport to Edison by rail?
To travel by rail, take AirTrain Newark from the terminals to Newark Airport Rail Station, then check NJ TRANSIT for a southbound Northeast Corridor train that stops at Edison.
The airport rail station has NJ TRANSIT and Amtrak service and connects to the terminals by AirTrain. NJ TRANSIT’s Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast Line trains serve the airport station, while Edison Station is on the Northeast Corridor line.
Before you set out, use the NJ TRANSIT trip planner to check the departure that suits your arrival, whether it requires a transfer and the scheduled journey time. Not every train necessarily matches your plans, so confirm that the selected southbound train stops at Edison.
The one-way AirTrain fare between the terminals and Newark Airport Train Station is $8.75 per person, in addition to the transit fare. NJ TRANSIT says its ticket for travel to the airport includes the AirTrain fee; for a trip starting at the airport, check the current fare and ticket rules.
If you’re weighing rail against driving, the guide to how to get around Edison by train covers local station and connection information.
Taxi and rideshare options
Taxis and rideshares offer road-based trips from the airport, but their pickup arrangements and fare details differ.
Licensed taxis
Licensed taxis wait outside each terminal, and the airport provides information on rates, locations and rider tips. Fare estimates do not include tips, tolls or additional fees, which range from $6.75 to $15.75 depending on the time of day and destination.
Check the airport’s rate and pickup information before choosing a taxi. Ask about the fare estimate and possible extra charges as you plan the trip.
Ride apps
For Uber, Lyft or another ride app, collect your bags before requesting a car, then follow airport signs to the passenger pickup zone. Pickup points vary: Terminal A’s is on the arrivals level across the street, Terminal B’s is at the arrivals-level terminal frontage, and Terminal C’s is on Floor 3 of the Terminal C Garage.
Ride-app prices depend on pickup location and time of day. Check the app for the exact price and current pickup details before requesting a ride.
What should you check before choosing a shuttle?
Check the service’s destination, pickup instructions, price and availability before relying on a shuttle for the trip to Edison.
Authorized shuttle, van and private-car services operate at the airport, which provides information about these services. There is no specific Edison route or fare, so confirm directly with the service that it can take you to your destination and where it will collect you.
AirTrain Newark connects with hotel shuttles, as well as terminals, central parking, on-airport buses, the rental-car center and public transportation. If a shuttle’s pickup point is not at your terminal, confirm how to reach it before you travel.
For another rail-based way to plan your stay, see how do you get around Rutgers University?
Planning the final leg to the motel
Plan how you’ll get from your chosen arrival point to the motel before leaving the airport, especially if you’re combining rail with a separate ride.
If you take NJ TRANSIT, confirm the train’s Edison stop and your onward arrangement from the station. From the motel, Edison Station is about 31 minutes on foot or 7 minutes by car; that is the motel-to-station travel time, not a scheduled airport connection.
For a taxi, rideshare or shuttle, verify the drop-off address and any pickup or fare details directly with the service. To compare the options against your own arrival time, check the NJ TRANSIT trip planner for rail and the airport’s current ground-transport information for pickup locations.
Before you go: Fares, pickup details and schedules can change, so check the official site before you go. Use the Newark Liberty International Airport site for airport transport information and NJ TRANSIT for train schedules and ticket rules.
FAQs
Does a bus go directly from Newark Airport to Edison?
Bus routes 28, 37, 62, 67 and 107 serve the airport terminals, but this does not establish a direct bus connection to Edison.
Which train line serves Edison Station?
Edison Station is served by NJ TRANSIT’s Northeast Corridor line.
Where do ride-app passengers meet their driver?
Pickup points differ by terminal: Terminal A uses the arrivals level across the street, Terminal B the arrivals-level frontage, and Terminal C Floor 3 of its garage.