Comments on: More Bus Parking in NYC

By: Scott Fyock

Scott Fyock — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 23:57:38 +0000

I usually drop off in NYC and head to NJ to park. When I come into NYC, I ususally go through the Lincoln Tunnel. That means I pay for the tunnel twice, once when I drop off, and once when I come back to pick up. The last time I was in New York (last fall), the toll was $6.00, I think. This past weekend, it was $20.00. I was part of a 3 bus movement. We had to pay a total of $120.00 to drop off and pick up. My question to NYC is: Why, even though we bring so much business into your city each day, do you want to treat us like this? Are you taking lessons from Washington, DC or something?

By: Bob C

Bob C — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 06:41:48 +0000

You’re better off going to Liberty State Park in Jersey City NJ . Much better ferry lines and Bus Parking at minimal cost

By: Dawn

Dawn — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 16:55:56 +0000

I’m actually in Amboy New Jersey right now with 4 other motor coach drivers and we are shuttling workers to and from their hotels for the hurricane relief. As the other drivers and myself kill time we would love to go to the statue of liberty is there a good place to park our buses so we can enjoy the day or would it be best to grab a taxi from our hotel room in New Jersey!

By: JWS

JWS — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 03:33:13 +0000

That sounds great for parking, but I have never been that far out and it does look like it is a ways out unless you are in the area anyway. It would be a bit of a drive during rush hour.

By: JWS

JWS — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 03:26:31 +0000

Go to http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/ferrybus/charterbus.shtml#zones and click on any of the links labeled “Download a list of authorized bus layover locations throughout Manhattan”. A pdf file will pop up that you can print off. I suggest you visit this site at least every month or two as fast as things change in NYC. Parking is getting very hard to come by. The “charter bus” and “tour bus” layover areas are being taken up by MTA and local buses. Even shuttle and taxi buses are taking our spots. I am to the point now that if my group is going to be several hours, I go back over to the Wal Mart in New Jersey and forget about finding a place to park in the city. When a special event is coming around, make sure you check back on that site. Only park in the areas labeled “Charter Bus” or “Tour Bus”.

By: J Stutler

J Stutler — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 13:50:07 +0000

Check out the update on lower Manhatten bus parking/loading/unloading areas. This is in preparation for 911 Memorial Dedication. NYC is getting more difficult getting around and finding parking for buses.

By: Jerry Slomski

Jerry Slomski — Tue, 24 May 2011 02:14:43 +0000

When you arrive in NYC later in the morning, there is usually no parking available. A lot of times, I will go thru the Lincoln tunnel to Hoboken, NJ. 1st exit after the tunnel, go straight. 2nd traffic light turn right, go 3 blocks and turn right where the Academy garage is. At end of block turn right again. There is some limited 4 hour parking available. There are also a few spaces between the Grayline garage and the Academy lot. But be careful to read the signs. Parking is on the left side only and for 4 hours max. It’s an OK place as there is a diner a few blocks away, but getting back into the city can sometimes be quite painful due to traffic going back into NY.

By: Tony g

Tony g — Thu, 19 May 2011 15:26:42 +0000

Bob. Great stuff here. Do you know of an experienced driver for executive bus charter in new York city? You can contact me direct at agirand at yahoo dot com. If you like

By: Bob Bergey

Bob Bergey — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 20:11:03 +0000

There’s a decent drop-off/pick-up area for buses at Battery Park — ideal for groups going to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, and a short walk to the Staten Island Ferry. But there is no parking there. There is very little bus parking left in that part of the city — a few spaces a couple of different places on South Street, but that’s about it. You may have to drive up towards midtown to find parking.

By: Casey

Casey — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:36:32 +0000

I drive a 36′ bus and am planning to come to NYC in a few weeks on a Monday. Is there safe bus parking near the ferry that goes by the Statue of Liberty? It’s a group of kids so I don’t really want to make them walk very far.