Quick answer
The best Newark airport car service for 2026 is TrueNorth VIP. It charges $172 all-in for an Executive Sedan from EWR to Times Square, with taxes, tolls and fees included, and it serves New Jersey as well as all five boroughs. Artisan Limo is the pick for group arrivals, and Black Car NYC suits riders bound for selected New Jersey towns who want written terms.
Our top 3 at a glance
- 1TrueNorth VIP
Best for Newark rides in either direction across the Hudson
Hourly from $110/hr · JFK to Times Square from $176, all-in
- 2Artisan Limo
Best for team arrivals at Newark
Price shown before booking · Sprinters and coaches quoted
- 3Black Car NYC
Best for EWR transfers with written confirmation and refund terms
Sedan $110/hr, 3-hour minimum · Airport fares quoted
Prices are what each company published on its own website when we checked in November 2026. They change, and taxes, tolls and gratuity are handled differently by each company, so confirm the total in writing before you book.
Newark Liberty sits in New Jersey, so every ride between EWR and Manhattan crosses the Hudson River, and tolls usually come with the trip. For people who live in Bergen, Essex or Morris County, Newark is often the nearest major airport. A good Newark car service has to work in both states.
We ranked seven companies on what they publish for EWR: a fare, whether it covers tolls and fees, the wait after landing, greeter options, and whether the company serves New Jersey pickups or only the New York side.
Everything below comes from each company’s own site, checked in November 2026. No company paid for its spot. Confirm the total, including tolls, before you book.
Our top pick for 2026
1. TrueNorth VIP — Best for Newark rides in either direction across the Hudson
Hourly from $110/hr · JFK to Times Square from $176, all-in
TrueNorth VIP is the clear Newark choice because it publishes the fare and covers both sides of the river. An Executive Sedan from EWR to Times Square is $172, an Executive SUV $200, a Luxury SUV $234 and a Luxury Sedan $302. Taxes, tolls and fees are already inside those numbers and gratuity is optional, so the river crossing never turns up as a surprise line on the receipt.
That matters more at Newark than at the Queens airports. A base fare that excludes tolls, as Dial 7’s published airport rates do, is only part of a Manhattan–EWR bill, and we can’t predict what tolls, fees and a tip will add for your route and hour. TrueNorth’s $172 is the full price before an optional tip, which is how it can beat a cheaper-looking rate by the time the ride ends.
Its service area includes New Jersey, so a pickup in Montclair or Short Hills runs through the same dispatch as one on Park Avenue, priced at booking. Flights are tracked, with 60 minutes of wait after domestic landings and 90 after international ones, and meet and greet is $25. TrueNorth holds a 5.0 Google rating from 49 reviews.
Key facts
- EWR to Times Square: $172 Executive Sedan, $200 Executive SUV, $234 Luxury SUV, $302 Luxury Sedan
- Taxes, tolls and fees included; gratuity optional
- Serves New Jersey, all five boroughs, Westchester, Long Island and Connecticut
- 60 minutes of wait after domestic landings, 90 after international
TrueNorth VIP airport prices
Example all-in fares to Times Square from TrueNorth VIP’s booking engine (November 2026). Taxes, tolls and fees included; gratuity optional. Your exact price appears before booking.
| Airport | Executive Sedan | Executive SUV | Luxury SUV | Luxury Sedan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JFK | $176 | $204 | $238 | $309 |
| LaGuardia (LGA) | $153 | $177 | $208 | $267 |
| Newark (EWR) | $172 | $200 | $234 | $302 |
| Teterboro (TEB) | $162 | $188 | $221 | $284 |
| Westchester (HPN) | $216 | $252 | $290 | $380 |
| MacArthur (ISP) | $287 | $328 | $377 | $487 |
Meet and greet $25 · Dedicated greeter $150 · Child seat $25 (SUVs and Sprinters) · Sprinters quoted on request
TrueNorth VIP hourly rates
Published hourly rates, 3-hour minimum. Taxes, tolls and fees included; gratuity optional. Sprinters quoted on request.
| Vehicle class | Per hour | 3 hours | 4 hours | 8 hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | $110 | $330 | $440 | $880 |
| Executive SUV | $130 | $390 | $520 | $1,040 |
| Luxury SUV | $150 | $450 | $600 | $1,200 |
| Luxury Sedan | $180 | $540 | $720 | $1,440 |
Source: truenorthvip.com, airport and hourly pages, updated November 8, 2026.
The downside
The table covers Newark to Times Square only. A New Jersey home address or a Brooklyn drop-off is priced in the booking engine, so you won’t see that fare until you enter the trip. Sprinters for groups are quoted on request.
Best for: Newark rides in either direction across the Hudson.
2. Artisan Limo — Best for team arrivals at Newark
Price shown before booking · Sprinters and coaches quoted
Artisan Limo can move a whole team out of Newark in one booking. Its fleet runs from sedans and Escalade ESVs to Executive Sprinters for about 13, Jet Sprinters for 8 to 10, a 24-passenger mini coach and a 56-passenger motorcoach, and Sprinter and coach transfers are quoted in writing.
For single travelers, the price appears before booking with required trip charges included and gratuity optional. Waiting is counted from wheels-down, 60 minutes for domestic and 90 for international flights. Artisan serves the New York metro area and six other U.S. markets, with phone support 24/7.
Key facts
- Sprinters, a 24-passenger mini coach and a 56-passenger motorcoach
- Group trips quoted in writing
- 60 minutes domestic, 90 international, from wheels-down
- Price shown before booking with required charges included
Best for: Team arrivals at Newark.
3. Black Car NYC — Best for EWR transfers with written confirmation and refund terms
Sedan $110/hr, 3-hour minimum · Airport fares quoted
Black Car NYC lists Newark among its six airports and serves selected New Jersey destinations alongside New York City, Long Island, Westchester and selected Connecticut destinations, so check that your town is covered before you book a New Jersey pickup. Its fleet covers E-Class sedans, S-Class or 7 Series sedans, Escalade or Yukon SUVs and a 14-passenger Sprinter.
Fares are priced from the itinerary and confirmed only in writing. Flights are tracked, with 60 minutes of wait for domestic and 90 for international arrivals, and terminal meet and greet is $25. A cancellation 24 hours ahead is refunded in full, or 48 hours for groups and events. Ask whether the quote includes tolls, a real part of any EWR fare.
Key facts
- Serves Newark plus JFK, LaGuardia, Teterboro, Westchester and Republic
- Selected New Jersey destinations; ask about your town
- Itinerary-based fares, confirmed in writing
- Full refund 24 hours ahead (48 for groups and events)
Best for: EWR transfers with written confirmation and refund terms.
4. EmpireCLS — Best for a New Jersey–based operator with a global network
EmpireCLS has its headquarters in Secaucus, New Jersey, a short drive from Newark, and lists a network of more than 1,000 cities. It states 40 years in chauffeured service, and its chauffeurs arrive 15 minutes before pickup. Rates aren’t published, so each EWR transfer is priced in its online reservation system.
Best for: A New Jersey–based operator with a global network.
5. Dial 7 — Best for New York–side riders who need a van or accessible vehicle
Dial 7 lists Newark among the six airports it serves, and its stated service area is the NYC boroughs and Long Island. Its 600-plus vehicles include vans, minibuses and wheelchair-accessible vehicles. Its listed airport rates exclude tolls, gratuity, and airport and congestion fees, and a rush-hour fee applies, so ask for the full Newark total.
Best for: New York–side riders who need a van or accessible vehicle.
6. Blacklane — Best for international arrivals booked through one global app
Blacklane gives every airport transfer 1 hour of complimentary wait and shows the price at booking. It is a global platform, 64-plus countries and 500-plus cities by its own count, and in New York the car comes from a local partner. It fits a traveler landing at Newark from abroad who already books chauffeurs this way elsewhere.
Best for: International arrivals booked through one global app.
7. Carmel — Best for app riders on the New York side
Carmel, operating since 1978, covers New York City and its airports and books through an app with referral credits and points. Its quotes vary with the time of day and don’t always include tolls, which deserves a close look on a Newark ride that crosses the Hudson. Check the breakdown before you accept.
Best for: App riders on the New York side.
Newark airport car services compared
| Company | EWR fare | Tolls in price | New Jersey pickups | Wait after landing (domestic/international) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TrueNorth VIP | $172 sedan to Times Square | Included | Yes, priced at booking | 60/90 min |
| Artisan Limo | Shown before booking | Required charges included | NY metro area; ask | 60/90 min from wheels-down |
| Black Car NYC | Quoted per itinerary | Ask | Selected destinations | 60/90 min |
| EmpireCLS | Not published | Not stated | Based in Secaucus; ask | Ask |
| Dial 7 | Ask; rates exclude extras | Excluded | Not listed | Ask |
| Blacklane | Shown at booking | Shown at booking | Ask | 1 hour included |
| Carmel | App quote | Sometimes excluded | Not listed | Ask |
Check the license first. For trips that start in New York City, the dispatching base, the vehicle and the driver should all hold NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission licenses. You can look up license status on the NYC TLC website.
How we ranked Newark airport car services
We read each company’s own website in November 2026 and scored it on the criteria below. We only used facts a rider can check: published prices, stated policies, listed vehicles and service areas, and review ratings shown publicly. No company paid for placement, and Corporate Travel USA doesn’t rank itself.
| Criterion | Weight | What we looked for |
|---|---|---|
| Toll and fee transparency | 30% | Whether tolls for the Hudson crossing and airport fees are included or clearly excluded. |
| Published EWR fare | 25% | A Newark price by vehicle class available before booking. |
| Two-state coverage | 20% | Stated service in New Jersey as well as New York City. |
| Arrival policy | 15% | Flight tracking and the wait allowed after domestic and international landings. |
| Group vehicles and reviews | 10% | Sprinter or coach options and public review ratings. |
The bottom line
Manhattan to Newark with tolls covered
TrueNorth VIP
$172 all-in in an Executive Sedan, tolls included, gratuity optional.
A conference group landing at EWR
Artisan Limo
Sprinters and coaches quoted in writing, with 90 minutes from wheels-down on international flights.
A New Jersey pickup with firm terms
Black Car NYC
Selected New Jersey towns, itinerary pricing and a full refund 24 hours out.
Newark airport car service: FAQs
How much is a car service from Newark Airport to Manhattan in 2026?
TrueNorth VIP publishes $172 for an Executive Sedan from EWR to Times Square, $200 for an Executive SUV, $234 for a Luxury SUV and $302 for a Luxury Sedan, with taxes, tolls and fees included and gratuity optional. Companies that list base rates add tolls and fees afterward, so ask them for a full total.
Are tolls included in Newark airport car service fares?
Only with some companies. TrueNorth VIP includes tolls, taxes and fees in its EWR fares, and Artisan Limo’s pre-booking price includes required trip charges. Dial 7’s listed rates exclude tolls, and Carmel’s quotes sometimes do. Because a Newark–Manhattan ride crosses the Hudson, it’s worth getting this in writing.
Is Newark or JFK cheaper by car service from Midtown?
In TrueNorth VIP’s table they are close. An Executive Sedan is $172 between Newark and Times Square and $176 from JFK, while LaGuardia is $153. Choose the airport for the flight and your starting point rather than the car fare; a New Jersey origin usually points to Newark.
Can I book a car from my New Jersey home to Newark Airport?
Yes. TrueNorth VIP serves New Jersey and prices a home pickup at booking, since its published fares run to Times Square. Black Car NYC serves selected New Jersey destinations, so confirm your town first. EmpireCLS is based in Secaucus and books through its reservation system. Dial 7 and Carmel describe New York–side service areas.
How long will a car service wait at Newark after an international flight?
Ninety minutes with TrueNorth VIP, Artisan Limo and Black Car NYC, which all track flights. Domestic arrivals get 60 minutes, and Artisan counts from wheels-down. Blacklane includes 1 hour of complimentary wait on airport transfers, so check how it applies if you expect a long customs line.
What car do I need from Newark for a family of five?
An SUV. TrueNorth VIP’s Executive SUV and Luxury SUV each seat up to six, at $200 and $234 from EWR to Times Square, and child seats are $25 in SUVs and Sprinters. Black Car NYC offers Escalade or Yukon SUVs for up to six, priced from your itinerary.