Bus Routes from NYC to Six Flags Great Adventure (Jackson, NJ)
Multiple carriers operate direct service from Port Authority Bus Terminal (PABT), Manhattan to Six Flags Great Adventure, Jackson, NJ.
Direct to Six Flags (Seasonal: April–October)
| Carrier | Route | Frequency | Notes |
|---|
| NJ Transit | 319 | Weekends/holidays | PABT → Six Flags direct; ~1h 45m; $15–20 |
| Academy Bus | 308 | Daily (seasonal) | PABT → Six Flags direct; ~1h 30m; reserve online |
| Greyhound | 4109 | Weekends | PABT → Six Flags; ~2h |
| Coach USA | 10 | Daily (seasonal) | PABT → Six Flags; ~1h 45m |
To Jackson Premium Outlets (Year-Round, Then Taxi/Rideshare 5 min)
| Carrier | Route | Frequency |
|---|
| NJ Transit | 139 | Daily |
| Academy Bus | 300 | Daily |
| Greyhound | 4107 | Daily |
Booking & Tips
- Book ahead: Academy, Coach USA require reservations
- NJ Transit: Buy via app or ticket machines; check weekend schedule
- Departure: PABT Gate 305–310 area (check boards)
- Return: Buses depart from Six Flags main parking lot
- Park hours: Verify operating days — bus runs only when park open
- Alternative: Train to Trenton (NJ Transit NEC) + Uber/Lyft 30 min
2024 Notes
Post-COVID schedules reduced. NJ Transit 319 often only summer weekends. Academy 308 most reliable. Check carrier sites 1 week before travel. Parking at PABT: $30+/day; consider NJ Transit train to Newark + bus from there.
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