Getting To Binghamton from New York City/Newark Airports
There are two convenient modes of transportation to reach Binghamton from New York City/Newark airports.
Bus
The easiest way to reach Binghamton from NYC and Newark airports is by bus.
OurBus is a bus rideshare service offering direct service to Binghamton from JFK International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport on select dates. You can find more details about this service and available dates on the OurBus website. If you are interested in using that service, you will need to review that page carefully for instructions on selecting a time slot in advance.
Regular buses from several bus companies depart daily from the Port Authority Bus Terminal (located in Manhattan) to the Binghamton Bus Station.
Follow signs at the airport to “Ground Transportation” to get a taxi, shuttle, train, or bus to the Port Authority Bus Terminal. See details for each airport below. Once you are at the bus terminal go to Greyhound Bus Lines, Coach USA Bus Lines, or Trailways in order to purchase a bus ticket to Binghamton.
For more information about bus options to Binghamton, see the Greater Binghamton Transportation Center website. Some of these bus carriers may depart from alternate locations in NYC that are not the Port Authority Bus Terminal.
JFK airport to the Port Authority Bus Terminal:
Each mode of transportation has its own costs and benefits. Check individual transit providers' websites for current pricing.
- Super Shuttle and Go Airlink NYC:
Super Shuttle and Go Airlink NYC serve all three airports: John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA), and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can find the ride that suits your schedule by visiting their website and booking online. - AirTrain:
The AirTrain is the cheapest and quickest way to travel from JFK Airport to Port Authority during the day and night.- Take AirTrain to Jamaica then transfer to the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) which goes to Penn Station. At Penn Station, you can either take the subway (A, C or E line) one stop uptown to 42nd Street, a taxi, or walk (10 - 15 minutes) to the Port Authority.
- Or you could take AirTrain to Jamaica and the E Train directly to the Port Authority. It is a cheaper ride than the LIRR but a longer one.
- Taxi Cab:
Taxi cabs can take from 30-60 minutes from the airport to Manhattan. Tipping is customary for good service. - Uber or Lyft
Newark Liberty Airport to the Port Authority Bus Terminal:
Each mode of transportation has its own costs and benefits. Check individual transit providers' websites for current pricing.
- Newark Liberty Airport Express:
The bus leaves Newark Airport every 45 minutes (from 5:30 am - 10:50 pm). The ride takes from 45 - 60 minutes. - Super Shuttle and Go Airlink NYC:
You can find the ride that suits your schedule by visiting their website and booking online. - AirTrain:
The AirTrain is the cheapest and quickest way to travel from Newark Airport to the Port Authority during both day and night. At Penn Station, you can either take the subway (A, C or E line) , a taxi or walk to the Port Authority. - Taxi Cab:
Taxi cabs can take from 25 - 50 minutes from the airport to Manhattan. Tipping is customary for good service. - Uber or Lyft
LaGuardia Airport to the Port Authority Bus Terminal:
Each mode of transportation has its own costs and benefits. Check individual transit providers' websites for current pricing.
- Super Shuttle and Go Airlink NYC:
You can find the ride that suits your schedule by visiting their website and booking online. - Subway and Bus:
Take bus-Q70 to Roosevelt Avenue, then take the E train to the Port Authority bus terminal. The duration of the trip ranges between 45 - 60 minutes depending on the time of the day. - Taxi Cab:
Taxi cabs can take from 20 - 45 minutes from the airport to Manhattan. Tipping is customary for good service. - Uber or Lyft
Fly to Binghamton or other nearby airports
The second mode of transportation is taking a flight directly from one of the airports to Binghamton Regional Airport (BGM). ISSS staff members are unable to pick you up from the Binghamton Regional Airport. At the BGM airport there are taxi services available that can provide direct transportation to the University upon request and payment. There are other airports close to the Binghamton area, but transportation to Binghamton from these airports may be expensive or difficult.
- Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) is about 75 miles away from Binghamton.
- Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) is about 75 miles away from Binghamton.
- Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH) is about 50 miles away from Binghamton.
