Tysons To New Brunswick: Road Trip

The distance between Tysons Corner and New Brunswick, New Jersey is approximately 228-229 miles by road. The distance between Tysons and New Jersey is around 171-172 miles.

There are several ways to travel between the two locations, including by train, bus, car, plane, or subway. The quickest way to travel from Tysons to New Jersey is by plane, which takes around 3 hours and costs between $100 and $420. The cheapest way to travel between the two locations is by bus, which costs between $28 and $40 and takes around 6 hours.

Travel by bus

There are a few different options for travelling by bus from Tysons, VA to New Brunswick, NJ.

One option is to take the bus from Tysons Corner Metro Station Arrivals to Manhattan, NY, and then transfer to another bus to complete your journey to New Brunswick. This journey can take around 6 hours and 16 minutes, and tickets usually cost between $28 and $40.

Another option is to take a bus from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ, and then transfer to another bus or train to get to New Brunswick. This journey can take around 4 hours and 12 minutes, and tickets usually cost between $35 and $100.

You can also take a direct bus from Tysons, VA to New Brunswick, NJ, which is offered by OurBus. This journey takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes, and tickets cost $17. However, this route does not run every day, so be sure to check the schedule in advance.

When travelling by bus, it's always a good idea to book your ticket in advance to ensure you get a seat and to take advantage of any early bird discounts. You can usually book your ticket online or through a mobile app.

Keep in mind that the journey time and costs may vary depending on traffic conditions and the specific bus company you choose.

Travel by train

To travel by train from Tysons Corner, VA, to New Brunswick, NJ, you can take the Amtrak Acela train from Washington Union Station to Newark Station. This journey takes approximately 2 hours and 32 minutes, and tickets cost between $35 and $240.

Step-by-Step Guide:

• Get to Washington Union Station.
• Board the Amtrak Acela train to Newark Station.
• From Newark Station, you can take a bus or another train to New Brunswick Station.

Important Notes:

• There is no direct train from Tysons Corner to New Brunswick, so you will need to make transfers.
• The total journey time, including transfers, is approximately 3 hours and 33 minutes.
• The train journey covers a distance of around 172 miles.
• There are also other train services besides Amtrak Acela that can take you from Washington Union Station to Newark Station.

Alternative Options:

If you are open to other modes of transportation, you can also consider travelling by bus, car, or plane. These options may offer different travel times and costs, so you can choose the one that best suits your preferences and schedule.

Travel by car

The driving distance from Tysons Corner, Virginia to New Brunswick, New Jersey is approximately 229 miles. The trip will take around 4 hours to complete.

Directions

Get on I-495 S from Dolley Madison Blvd and Chain Bridge Rd. Follow I-95 N to NJ-18 N in New Jersey. Take exit 9 from I-287 S. Continue on NJ-18 N. Drive to George St in New Brunswick.

Step-by-Step Guide

• Head south on Dolley Madison Blvd toward Chain Bridge Rd
• Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Chain Bridge Rd
• Use the left 2 lanes to turn left to merge onto I-495 S
• Keep left to stay on I-495 S, follow signs for Interstate 95 S/Interstate 495 S/Interstate 66 E/Interstate 395 S/Interstate 95
• Keep left at the fork to stay on I-495 S, follow signs for Interstate 95 S/Richmond
• Merge onto I-95 S
• Keep left to stay on I-95 S, follow signs for Interstate 95 S/Baltimore
• Merge onto I-295 S
• Keep right to stay on I-295 S, follow signs for Delaware Memorial Bridge/Interstate 95 S
• Keep left at the fork to stay on I-295 S, follow signs for I-95 S/New Castle
• Continue onto I-95 S (Partial toll road)
• Keep left to stay on I-95 S, follow signs for Interstate 95 S/New Jersey Turnpike S
• Keep left to stay on I-95 S, follow signs for I-287 S/Interstate 95 S/New Jersey Turnpike
• Take exit 9 toward NJ-18 N/New Brunswick
• Merge onto I-287 S
• Take exit 9 to merge onto NJ-18 N toward Rutgers University/New Brunswick
• Keep left to stay on NJ-18 N, follow signs for George St/New Brunswick
• Continue onto George St
• Turn right onto Albany St
• Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Neilson St
• Turn right, and your destination will be on the right

Travel by plane

The distance between Tysons and New Jersey is approximately 172 miles, and the road distance is about 229 miles. The quickest way to travel between the two places is by plane, which takes around 3 hours.

To get from Tysons, VA, to New Brunswick, NJ, by plane, you can take a flight from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Newark Airport (EWR). This flight usually takes about 1 hour and 17 minutes.

• Get to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): You can take the subway from Tysons to the airport in about 22 minutes.
• Fly from Washington Dulles (IAD) to Newark Airport (EWR): This is a direct flight that takes about 1 hour and 17 minutes.
• Get to New Brunswick, NJ, from Newark Airport: You can take a train or a bus to get to New Brunswick. The train journey will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes, while the bus journey will take about 2 hours.

Alternatively, you can fly from Reagan Washington Airport (DCA) to Newark Airport (EWR). This option will take a bit longer, as you will need to get to Reagan Washington Airport from Tysons, which is not as direct as the subway trip to Washington Dulles Airport.

Another option is to fly to New York and then take a train or bus to New Brunswick. You can fly from Reagan Washington Airport (DCA) to New York La Guardia Airport (LGA) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), and then take a train or subway to New Brunswick. This option will also take longer due to the additional travel time to and from New York airports.

When planning your trip, it is always a good idea to check the latest schedules and prices, as these may vary. Additionally, keep in mind that the flight times mentioned above are for the actual time in the air and do not include taxiing, takeoff, and landing, so the total travel time will be longer.

Travel by subway

To travel from Tysons Corner to New Brunswick, New Jersey, by subway, you can follow these steps:

Option 1:

• Take the Silver Line from Greensboro to Rosslyn.
• Transfer to the Blue, Orange, or Silver Line and head to Metro Center.
• Switch to the Red Line and get off at Union Station.
• Take the train from Union Station to Newark Penn Station.
• From Newark Penn Station, you can take a New Jersey Transit train to New Brunswick.

Option 2:

• Take the Silver Line from Greensboro to Rosslyn.
• Transfer to the Blue, Orange, or Silver Line and head to Metro Center.
• Switch to the Red Line and get off at Union Station.
• Take the train from Union Station to New York Penn Station.
• From New York Penn Station, you can take a New Jersey Transit train to New Brunswick.

Option 3:

• Take the Silver Line from Greensboro to Tysons Corner.
• Transfer to the Blue, Orange, or Silver Line and head to Rosslyn.
• From Rosslyn, take the subway to New York La Guardia Airport.
• Fly from New York La Guardia to Reagan Washington Airport.
• Take the subway from Rosslyn to Greensboro, and then follow the steps in Option 1 or 2 to get to New Brunswick.

Option 4:

• Take the Silver Line from Greensboro to Tysons Corner.
• Transfer to the Blue, Orange, or Silver Line and head to Rosslyn.
• From Rosslyn, take the subway to New York JFK Airport.
• Fly from New York JFK to Reagan Washington Airport.
• Take the subway from Rosslyn to Greensboro, and then follow the steps in Option 1 or 2 to get to New Brunswick.

Please note that the journey time and costs may vary depending on the option you choose and the time of travel. The subway, train, and flight schedules may also change, so it is recommended to check the latest information before starting your journey.

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