Barclays Center: East Brunswick To Brooklyn

To get from East Brunswick, NJ to the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY, you have a few options. One option is to take the NJ Transit North Jersey Coast Line to NY Penn Station, and from there, take the NYC Subway line 2 or 3 to the arena. Another option is to drive to Brooklyn and park near a subway station, such as in Park Slope, and then take the subway to the arena. You could also drive to Harrison, NJ, and take the PATH to WTC, followed by the 2/3 subway to the Barclays Center.

Driving to Brooklyn and parking near subways

If you're driving to Brooklyn from East Brunswick, NJ, and want to park near a subway station to get to the Barclays Center, there are a few options.

One option is to drive through Staten Island and park in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. From there, you can take the R train to the Barclays Center. However, be aware that there is a toll for the Staten Island crossing, and traffic on the I-278 can be heavy. It may also take some time to find parking in Sunset Park.

Another option is to park in the Verrazano-86th Street area of Brooklyn, which allows you to avoid the I-278 traffic. You would still take the R train to the Barclays Center from there. However, this option also involves paying two tolls, one for the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge and one for the Staten Island crossing. Parking in this area can also be difficult to find.

If you're looking for a spot with better parking availability, consider driving to Newark, NJ, and taking the PATH train to the World Trade Center. From there, you can take the 2 or 3 subway to the Barclays Center.

Alternatively, you can park in Harrison, NJ, and take the PATH train to the World Trade Center, followed by the 2 or 3 subway to the Barclays Center.

If you'd prefer to park in Brooklyn, consider parking in the Park Slope area and taking a short subway ride to the arena.

Please note that driving in New York City and the surrounding areas can be challenging due to traffic and limited parking. Public transportation is always an option if you'd prefer not to drive.

Taking the NJT to Penn, then the subway to Barclays

To get from East Brunswick, NJ, to the Barclays Center via Penn Station and the subway, you can follow these steps:

Firstly, get to Penn Station, New York, from East Brunswick via NJ Transit's North Jersey Coast Line. This is a direct route, so you won't need to worry about transfers.

Once you arrive at Penn Station, you can take the 2 or 3 train to Brooklyn and get off at Atlantic Avenue. This route is recommended by several sources as the most direct and efficient way to get to the Barclays Center from Penn Station. The Barclays Center will be right upstairs from the Atlantic Avenue exit, and there will be signs to direct you to the correct staircase.

If you exit at the south end of the platform (towards the front of the train), you will be able to follow signs to the correct exit, which will be right in front of the Barclays Center.

The 2 and 3 trains are part of the New York City subway system, and the fare is $2.90 for most riders.

You can also take the Q train from 34th Street-Herald Square, which is only four stops away. This route will give you a view of downtown from the Manhattan Bridge.

The Barclays Center is located at the intersection of Flatbush and Atlantic Avenues in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, and it is home to the Brooklyn Nets and the New York Liberty. It also hosts concerts and other special events.

It is recommended that you check the MTA's Trip Planner or the MTA website for the most up-to-date information on schedules and fares, as well as any construction or service changes that may affect your journey.

Driving across Staten Island, parking in Brooklyn, then taking the R train

If you're driving from East Brunswick, New Jersey, to the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, one option is to drive across Staten Island, park in Brooklyn, and then take the R train to the arena.

Here's a step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Driving to Staten Island

First, make your way to Staten Island, which is just across the bridge from East Brunswick. You can take the Goethals Bridge or the Outerbridge Crossing, depending on your exact location in East Brunswick.

Step 2: Crossing Staten Island

Once you're on Staten Island, you'll want to head towards the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, which will take you to Brooklyn. The bridge is accessible via the Staten Island Expressway.

Step 3: Parking in Brooklyn

When you get off the Verrazzano Bridge, take the BQE to Exit 23. This exit is just a short drive from the bridge and usually doesn't have much traffic. You can park your car near the 36th Street subway station, which is right off Exit 23. The neighborhood is safe, and you can find parking on the street.

Step 4: Taking the R Train

From the 36th Street Station, you can take the R train towards Brooklyn. The R line runs directly to the Barclays Center, and the ride will take about 15 minutes. The Barclays Center is located at the intersection of Flatbush and Atlantic Avenues in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, and the R train stops right below the arena. Follow the signs in the station to reach the Barclays Center.

Step 5: Returning to Your Car

After the event at the Barclays Center, you can take the R train back to the 36th Street Station and then drive back to East Brunswick, New Jersey, via the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and Staten Island.

This option combines the convenience of driving with the ease of public transportation, allowing you to avoid the hassle of finding parking near the Barclays Center, which can be challenging, especially during events.

Taking the PATH from Newark to WTC, then the subway

To get from East Brunswick, NJ, to the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, one option is to take the PATH train from Newark to the World Trade Center (WTC), and then take the subway to the arena.

First, make your way to Newark Penn Station, which is accessible via NJ Transit from East Brunswick. From there, you can take the PATH train to WTC. The PATH train departs from the upper level of Newark Station, so you'll want to use the staircases or ramps to get there from the main eastbound platforms of Penn Station. After the train departs, you'll cross the Passaic River on the "Dock Bridge," which supports two levels of PATH trains, as well as one level of NJ Transit and Amtrak trains. The first stop is Harrison Station, which you'll reach after descending a steep ramp. The PATH tracks straddle the main northeast corridor tracks as they continue, with the eastbound track on the south side and the westbound track on the north side.

Once you arrive at WTC, you can transfer to the New York City Subway. Take the 2 or 3 train from the WTC station and get off at the Atlantic Av-Barclays Ctr stop, which is located directly below the arena. Follow the signs in the station to reach the Barclays Center. The subway fare is $2.90 for most riders.

Alternatively, you can take the R or W train from WTC to Cortlandt Street, and then it's a short walk to the arena. This option involves fewer transfers but may take longer overall.

Driving to Harrison, NJ, then taking the PATH to WTC

To get from East Brunswick, NJ, to the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY, one option is to drive to Harrison, NJ, and then take the PATH train to the World Trade Center (WTC). From East Brunswick, head northeast on the GSP N route or southwest on the I-95 and NJTP S route towards Harrison—both options are roughly 32 miles and will take around 38 minutes of non-stop driving. The halfway point is Port Reading, NJ, which is approximately a 19-minute drive from both East Brunswick and Harrison.

Once you arrive in Harrison, make your way to the Harrison PATH Station at 913 Frank Rodgers Blvd South, Harrison, NJ 07029. From there, you can take the PATH train towards WTC. The PATH train will take you directly to the World Trade Center Transportation Hub, which is located in Lower Manhattan.

From the World Trade Center, you can get to the Barclays Center by taking the E subway line towards Queens and getting off at the World Trade Center/Church Street station. Then, transfer to the 4 or 5 subway line heading downtown and get off at the Borough Hall station in Brooklyn. The Barclays Center is about a 10-minute walk from the Borough Hall station.

Alternatively, you can take the R subway line towards Brooklyn and get off at the Jay Street-MetroTech station. From there, transfer to the A or C subway line towards Manhattan and get off at the High Street-Brooklyn Bridge station. The Barclays Center is about a 12-minute walk from this station.

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