How to get to Pod Times Square from the airports
From Newark (EWR): take the Newark-to-Penn Station train or the Newark Airport Express bus to Port Authority, then walk or transfer a short block to Pod Times Square at 400 W 42nd Street. From JFK or LaGuardia (LGA): use airport shuttles, taxis/ride-hail, or public-transit connections into Manhattan and transfer to the Port Authority / Times Square subway hub, then walk one block to the hotel.
In this guide
- Where Pod Times Square is and the arrival points you'll use
- Getting to Pod Times Square from Newark Liberty (EWR)
- Getting to Pod Times Square from John F. Kennedy (JFK)
- Getting to Pod Times Square from LaGuardia (LGA)
- Final steps: arriving at Pod Times Square and check-in notes
- Tips for choosing the right airport transfer
Where Pod Times Square is and the arrival points you'll use
Pod Times Square's address is 400 W 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036, in Midtown West (Hell's Kitchen). The hotel sits one block west of the Port Authority Bus Terminal and very near the Times Square–42nd Street subway complex.
Most people coming from the city's airports aim for Port Authority or Penn Station as the easiest rail/bus access points; from either you can walk a short distance to the hotel or transfer to a one-stop subway connection.
- Hotel: 400 W 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036
- Closest transit hubs: Port Authority Bus Terminal (one block away) and Penn Station (a short walk/transfer)
- Nearby subway lines: multiple lines at Times Square–42 St station
| Landmark | Relation to hotel |
|---|---|
| Port Authority Bus Terminal | About one block east |
| Times Square–42 St subway hub | Right nearby; multiple lines |
| Penn Station | A short walk / easy transfer |
Getting to Pod Times Square from Newark Liberty (EWR)
Two common public options from Newark that are documented in sources are a train to New York Penn Station and the Newark Airport Express bus to Port Authority. Both land you within an easy walk or a short transfer to the hotel.
If you take a train to Penn Station you’ll arrive near Midtown and can walk or take a single short subway/bus transfer to the hotel. The train ride from Newark to Penn Station is reported to take about 35 minutes.
- NJ Transit/AMTRAK from Newark Airport to New York Penn Station — rail trip ~35 minutes (source listed below).
- Newark Airport Express bus from Terminal B to W 42nd St & Port Authority Terminal — runs about every 30 minutes; trip time listed around 48 minutes and the bus stops at Port Authority (useful for a one-block walk).
- From either Penn or Port Authority, walk or transfer to the Times Square–42 St area and then one block west to 400 W 42nd St.
| Option | Where it drops you | Why choose it |
|---|---|---|
| Train (NJ Transit/Amtrak) | Penn Station | Fast rail link into Midtown (~35 min from Newark) |
| Newark Airport Express bus | Port Authority Bus Terminal (W 42nd St) | Direct to Port Authority — one block from the hotel |
Getting to Pod Times Square from John F. Kennedy (JFK)
JFK is a major international gateway and offers multiple ways into Manhattan. Travelers routinely use a combination of airport rail/shuttle services, taxi or ride-hail, and airport buses or shuttles that connect to Midtown hubs.
From any JFK arrival option you’ll want to head toward the Port Authority or Penn Station area, or into the Times Square subway hub, then walk one block west to reach 400 W 42nd St. Check schedules for AirTrain, LIRR, subway, and shuttle services at the time you travel.
- Typical choices: AirTrain+rail or subway connections into Manhattan, shared airport shuttles, taxis, or ride-hail services.
- Aim to reach Port Authority or Penn Station for the simplest final approach to the hotel.
- If you prefer fewer transfers, a taxi or ride-hail drops you close to 400 W 42nd St — allow for potential city traffic when planning time.
| Mode | Recommended final transfer point |
|---|---|
| AirTrain + rail/subway | Penn Station or Times Square |
| Airport shuttle / express bus | Port Authority |
| Taxi / ride-hail | Direct to the hotel door |
Getting to Pod Times Square from LaGuardia (LGA)
LaGuardia is the closest airport to Midtown by distance. Travelers commonly use taxis, ride-hail services, airport shuttles, or public-transit connections into Manhattan.
From any arrival method you’ll want to reach the Times Square / Port Authority area and then walk one block west to 400 W 42nd St. Check current airport transit options and schedules before you travel.
- Common choices: taxi or ride-hail, shared airport shuttle, or local public-transit links into Midtown.
- Once you reach Port Authority or Times Square, the hotel is one block west at 400 W 42nd St.
- LGA is generally the shortest-distance airport to Midtown; travel times vary with traffic and the transport mode you pick.
| Option | Good for |
|---|---|
| Taxi / ride-hail | Door-to-door convenience |
| Airport shuttle | Cost-effective group/shared transfer |
| Public transit | Lower cost but may require transfers |
Final steps: arriving at Pod Times Square and check-in notes
From Port Authority or Times Square–42 St, walk west one block to 400 W 42nd St. The hotel's entrance and exterior signage are visible from the street; BookResorts agents are available 24/7 at +1 (888) 605-1350 if you need arrival help.
Check-in at Pod Times Square begins at 3:00 PM. The hotel offers complimentary luggage storage if you arrive earlier than check-in or need to store bags after check-out.
- Hotel phone for BookResorts agents (24/7): +1 (888) 605-1350
- Check-in begins at 3:00 PM; standard check-out is by 1:00 PM (confirm on booking).
- Complimentary luggage storage is available for arrivals/departures.
| At the hotel | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Entrance | Street-level entrance and visible exterior sign |
| Reception | 24-hour front desk for check-in/check-out and concierge |
| Luggage | Complimentary storage available |
Tips for choosing the right airport transfer
If you prefer fewer transfers and more predictability with luggage, a taxi, ride-hail, or private shuttle will get you to the hotel door. If you prefer lower cost and reliable schedules, airport express buses and trains to Penn Station are common choices.
Confirm pickup, schedules, or reservations before travel. If you rely on public transit, allow extra time for connections and station walking to reach the Times Square/Port Authority area.
- Travelers with heavy luggage often pick taxis/ride-hail or shared airport shuttles for door-to-door service.
- If cost is a priority, compare airport express buses and rail options into Penn Station or Port Authority.
- Always check service frequency and operating hours for late-night arrivals.
| Priority | Best option |
|---|---|
| Lowest cost | Airport express bus / public rail |
| Fewest transfers | Taxi, ride-hail, or shuttle |
| Direct to Midtown hubs | Newark Airport Express to Port Authority |
