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Taxi from EWR to Manhattan

The taxi ride from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Manhattan covers roughly 22.0 km of driving in 53 minutes under light traffic (OpenStreetMap-style routing estimate). This corridor has a regulator-published flat fare ($75.00) that replaces meter ticks for licensed taxis when both endpoints match the official definition. Always confirm with your driver before departure - peak congestion, tolls and luggage can shift the final amount.

Road distance
14 mi
Free-flow time
53m
Typical taxi (band)
$75.00 – $82.50
Median estimate
$75.00
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EWR → Manhattan

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FAQ

EWR taxi questions

How much is a taxi from EWR to Manhattan?
The regulated flat fare for this airport pairing is $75.00 before tip (source: Newark Taxi & Limousine Commission). If no flat applies to your exact destination, expect roughly $75.00–$82.50 on the meter depending on traffic.
Is Uber cheaper than a taxi from EWR?
Outside surge, rideshare apps are often slightly cheaper than the meter; during surge they can exceed Newark’s regulated taxi rates. Flat airport taxi fares (where published) are frequently competitive with surge-priced apps.
Where do I catch a taxi at EWR?
Licensed taxis queue at the official taxi rank - follow airport signage from baggage reclaim. Avoid solicitors in the arrivals hall; legitimate drivers use the meter or the published flat fare only.
Do Newark taxis take credit cards from the airport?
Yes - licensed taxis must accept cards in Newark. If a terminal claims it is broken, ask for a receipt and note the medallion number for Newark Taxi & Limousine Commission.
How accurate is this calculator?
Distance and duration come from real OSRM routing when you press Calculate. Tariff math uses Newark Taxi & Limousine Commission’s published sheet last verified 2026-04-01.

Sources & verification

Primary source

Newark Taxi & Limousine Commission

Last verified
April 1, 2026
Verification cadence
Every 180 days
Routing data
OpenStreetMap via OSRM

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