New Jersey Transit Bus x320

I took this bus daily from my home in Manhattan to my job in NJ, and it was awful. The bus is rarely on time; when it comes on time it is a pleasant surprise. Often times, a bus won’t show up at all and you will find yourself waiting for the next bus, which is likely to show up late. The schedule seems to be more a suggestion than anything else. The buses seems to come and go at whatever time they can make it. And then, if and when you finally get on the bus, there is the traffic — for a reverse commute, it can actually be pretty bad. My daily commute averaged about 75 – 90 minutes (15 – 20 of that time taking the A/​C/​E subway from downtown Manhattan to Port Authority) but was often longer. AWFUL EXPERIENCE.
I actually left my job last month, in large part due to the terrible commuting experience on this line (the other option, taking the train, was not much better — there is no good option for a daily commuter). Friends at my old office say it is currently worse than before. I’m not sure how that’s possible.

I’m a fan bcos it’s just $ 9.50 for a parking spot in the North Bergen Park & Ride lot *and* a zero-​stop ride to Manhattan on the NJ Transit bus #320. Port Authority is fine for any mid-​town destination. Sure the bus terminal is a pit. Yes the Lincoln tunnel traffic sucks. You’d rather drive in? If you’re keeping costs down this is your ride.

I take the 320 as part of my daily morning commute, and I can’t really complain. It’s a predictable enough commute, and the 320 is always on time. Commuting to Jersey just has a slightly steep learning curve.
8:20 am: the bus leaves Port Authority right on schedule, dropping me off at my destination in Harmon Meadow (2^nd stop) about 20 – 25 minutes later.
Without any traffic, this trip will take about 10 – 15 minutes.
Don’t take this bus anytime during rush hour. It took me an hour just to get through Lincoln Tunnel at 5pm; there wasn’t an accident there or anything.
The views of Manhattan’s West Side from Wehawken are pretty awesome.

What’s more depressing than taking a bus to New Jersey?
Taking a bus to NJ out of the hell hole known as the Port Authority.
At least it offers a terrific view of the NYC skyline after exiting the Lincoln Tunnel on a clear day.
I do have to say that the bus runs frequently, is on time both ways, and drops off right in front of the Expo center. I took it early afternoon to attend an event at the Meadowlands Expo Center and had no problems getting there and back. The bus was pretty empty both ways. Made a few stops and that was it. A little confusing finding the correct gate at the Port Authority but no biggie.
Serves it’s purpose well enough.

This is my bus of preference simply because it is an easier go for me. Plenty of parking for commuters and normally the bus is not as packed as other lines leaving Secaucus to NYC midtown. Many tourists use this bus with easy access to the hotels.

Fast, quick. This is my favorite way to get to NJ, you can also choose to park at a local Secaucus hotel (usually what I do) or pay the «park & ride» fee. Make sure to get your tickets before you board, NJ transit doesn’t accept cash on buses anymore.

Taking bus 320 from the Meadowlands is an easy way to get into the city. The issue is with the Port Authority Terminal itself trying to navigate your way out and upon return trying to determine which gate your bus departs from. The gates are marked with numbers, but there is nothing to indicate what bus leaves from which gate. Went to three different gates before stumbling upon the right one. That’s even asking someone who works there… which gate does bus 320 depart from. Got bum scoop! Otherwise this is a great way to get into and out of the city.

Have you ever read John Steinbeck’s novel «The Wayward Bus?»
It’s not the greatest novel of all time and Steinback isn’t the greatest author of all time… but the title neatly describes your experience riding Bus 320.
At least, it neatly describes the portion of the journey where you drive back into Manhattan from New Jersey. For some reason, this bus often doesn’t drive directly into the Port Authority Bus Terminal.
Instead it gets off the highway at 36^th Street and meanders East on 36^th, turinng North a few blocks later and, I guess, eventually, ending up at Port Authority (I’ve never stayed with it that long, though; I’ve always jumped off somewhat sooner, around 8^th Avenue, like most of the other passengers).
Riding this bus, you do get a great tour of W. 36^th Street, though, with all of its businesses catering to the garment industry (Steel Coat Racks! Sewing machines!).
But, oh man… Before you get to the Lincoln Tunnel approaching from the New Jersey side: What an incredible view of the New York skyline!