Did anyone use this service to attend the shows on the 14th or 15th? Anyone planning to use it on 12/17? If so, would you recommend it? I'm staying in Midtown and thinking fo using this if I decided to go to the Izod.

On the Izod Center site it states that this bus runs frequently between the Port Authority Terminal and the Izod Center. The cost is $5 each way and the ride is 20 minutes.

http://www.izodcenter.com...y_Bus.aspx

http://www.coachusa.com/i...xpress.asp

Hi Bella!

UPDATE:

(Anyone else using the 351 Coach Bus to the IZOD Center, please read the directions on which windows/gate to go to once you arrive at the Port Authority Bus Terminal, (PABT) in reply #8 on this thread. Below, Orger "Xenophobia7" gives instructions on what to do once you arrive at the Port Authority Bus Terminal, and also where to board the Coach 351 bus on your return to fo NY (Manhattan-PABT) from the IZOD Center.

XEPNOBIA7 SAID:

I used in the past several time and I used it on Wednesday. It is very efficient and fast. Go to windows 10,11 and 12 at Port Authority,get your round trip and board the bus on 41st between 8th and 9th Ave(it is between the two main terminals. The way back was just as easy and you can pick it from Gate B Lot 27(don't get confused there other bus lines out there ,the one to NY departs from lot 27),you might have to wait like 5-10 minutes

Also, please make sure after the concert, on your return trip to the PABT, that it is a "Coach 351 Bus you are boarding, since there are other bus services that pull in and out of the IZOD Center. ) Also, this is holiday season, and be aware that there could be traffic delays due to the rush hour as well. Give yourself a considerable amount of time to leave, since many will be catching these buses to the IZOD Center shows as well.

Here's some FAQs with info on the coach 351 bus at Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan.

http://www.coachusa.com/i...xpress.asp

Also check the "Fan Gatherings" section for fans who may be meeting up at the Port Authority Bus Terminal, for the Friday, 12/17 show at the IZOD Center. Hope you have a great time!

If you need any other info about getting around the NYC..you can check out this thread link: http://prince.org/msg/12/346156

351 Coach bus FAQs

FAQ'S & OTHER INFO FOR THOSE TAKING THE 351 BUS FROM THE PORT AUTHORITY BUS TERMINAL TO IZOD CENTER in NJ:

What is the 351 Meadowlands Express Bus?

351 BUS

The 351 Meadowlands Express is a Coach USA express bus service providing door-to-door, round trip transportation from The Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City to the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, NJ.

How often do 351 Meadowlands Express buses depart from the Port Authority Bus Terminal?

• 351 Meadowlands Express bus service begins two and a half hours prior to the start of an event at the New Meadowlands Stadium, Izod Center and Meadowlands Race Track events (e.g. for an 1:00 PM event express bus transportation service will begin to run at approximately 10:30 AM) from the Port Authority Bus Terminal and will continue until one half hour after the start of an event.
  
• Post event express bus transportation service will begin just before conclusion of the event and will run frequently thereafter.

How often do the buses run?

• 351 Meadowlands Express bus transportation from the Port Authority Bus Terminal to the Meadowlands in East Rutherford, NJ runs frequently for all events at the Meadowlands.

How long does it take to get to the Meadowlands?

• Your trip will normally take 20 minutes, each way, subject to traffic and weather conditions.

How much does it cost to ride the 351 Meadowlands Express Bus?

• The fare is only $5.00 each way. Exact fare required.

Where do I buy tickets for the 351 Meadowlands Express Bus?

• One way tickets may be purchased at the bus at the Port Authority Bus Terminal and at the bus at the Meadowlands ONLY IN CASH. Please note, ONLY EXACT FARE will be accepted.

If you wish to purchase your round trip or one way tickets in

advance at the Port Authority Bus Terminal please do so at the

Coach USA ticketing offices at the South Wing, main floor.

Where can I board the 351 Meadowlands Express Bus?

• For large events at the New Meadowlands Stadium such as rock concerts, college footbal games, NFL Games and major sports events 351 Meadowlands Express Buses will leave from a Port Authority Bus Terminal street level departure area on 41st Street between 8th and 9th Avenues.
  
• 
  RETURN TRIP FROM MEADOWLANDS (IZOD CTR) BACK TO PORT AUTHORITY BUS TERMINAL:
• From the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, NJ the 351 Meadowlands Express Bus can be boarded next to parking lot L of the Meadowlands Sports Complex.

How do I get to the Port Authority Bus Terminal?

• Many convenient subway and bus lines serve the Port Authority Bus Terminal. Taxi and private car services are also available. For NYC visitors, the Port Authority Bus Terminal is also within convenient walking distance from many Times Square and Herald Square hotels.

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NYC's main transportation hubs:

	Transit Hub	Location	Telephone
	Penn Station (below Madison Square Garden)	Between 31st and 34th Streets & 7th and 8th Avenues	212 630-6401
	Port Authority Bus Terminal	Between 40th and 42nd Streets & 8th and 9th Avenues	212 564-8484
	Grand Central Terminal	Between 42nd and 45th Streets & Lexington and Vanderbilt Avenues	212 340-2210

Here are other train services that come into Penn Station/Grand Central Station terminals from outside NYC

	Service	Hub / Location	Telephone
		Penn Station	800 872-7245
		Penn Station	718 217-5477
		Penn Station	800 722-2222
		Grand Central Terminal	212 532-4900
		33rd Street and Avenue of Americas (6th Avenue - 1 city block away)	800 234-7284

Also, NYC's local train fare is $2.25 and you need a metrocard (see pic below) to board the local, subway trains.

The "A", "C" , "E" or "1", "2" or "3" trains all stop at 34th Street Penn Station (below MSG);once you come up the subway stairs, and on ground level, look for the outside exit or stairs/escalator, that will take you up on the street level where MSG is. You can't miss it.

	718 330-1234 800 734-6772 (Elevator/Escalator Operations)	Seventh Avenue
		Eighth Avenue Subway to 34th Street/Penn Station

Note: Penn Station is directly under Madison Square Gardens, so all you have to do is come up the stairs to go outside, to get into MSG above.

Madison Square Gardens (MSG)

4 Penn Plaza

(7th Avenue, 32nd Street)

New York, NY 10001

(Above Penn Station)

http://www.meadowlands.com/

IZOD Center

50 State Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ

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[Edited 12/16/10 23:13pm]

You are too much 2elijah! Thank you!

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bellanoche said:

You are too much 2elijah! Thank you!

[Edited 12/16/10 23:08pm]

NYC is big, and if you don't know where you're going, you can get lost and sometimes attract or run into the wrong elements, so best to have some idea of where things are, when you come here. But once you're at Port Authority Bus Terminal, you should have no problem getting to the IZOD Center. Most locations in Midtown are easy to find.

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I'm also planning on taking the bus and aiming to get on at about 6.

We are staying at the Doubletree near Madison Square Garden. Would it be better for us to take the 351 Bus to the Izod tonight or the New Jersey Transit Train from Penn Station to Secacus and then take the shutle to Izod?

I did and i'm really mad that i didn't know about this service before this...way better than dealing with NJ Transit... USE THIS MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION!!!!!

bellanoche said:

Did anyone use this service to attend the shows on the 14th or 15th? Anyone planning to use it on 12/17? If so, would you recommend it? I'm staying in Midtown and thinking fo using this if I decided to go to the Izod.

On the Izod Center site it states that this bus runs frequently between the Port Authority Terminal and the Izod Center. The cost is $5 each way and the ride is 20 minutes.

http://www.izodcenter.com...y_Bus.aspx

http://www.coachusa.com/i...xpress.asp

I used in the past several time and I used it on Wednesday. It is very efficient and fast. Go to windows 10,11 and 12 at Port Authority,get your round trip and board the bus on 41st between 8th and 9th Ave(it is between the two main terminals. The way back was just as easy and you can pick it from Gate B Lot 27(don't get confused there other bus lines out there ,the one to NY departs from lot 27),you might have to wait like 5-10 minutes.

Enjoy the show

banks said:

I did and i'm really mad that i didn't know about this service before this...way better than dealing with NJ Transit... USE THIS MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION!!!!!

Banks, I set up travel info about this in this concert section since the announcement of the W2A tours. It seems the bus is easier since it only takes about 20 to 30 min to arrive at the IZOD Center, once you're at Port Authority. Why bother having to take a train halfway there, then get off and have to wait for a shuttle, when the 351 coach bus seems to be one shot and you're there. Also, make sure you find out after exiting the 351 bus, you ask the bus driver, exactly where to catch it to return to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan. The 351 coach bus is $5.00 one way/$10.00 round trip.

Also, read reply #* from orger "Xenophobia7" who lets you know which windows to go, once you're at the Port Authority Bus Terminal.

[Edited 12/17/10 7:06am]

2elijah said:

banks said:

I did and i'm really mad that i didn't know about this service before this...way better than dealing with NJ Transit... USE THIS MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION!!!!!

Banks, I set up travel info about this in this concert section since the announcement of the W2A tours. It seems the bus is easier since it only takes about 20 to 30 min to arrive at the IZOD Center, once you're at Port Authority. Why bother having to take a train halfway there, then get off and have to wait for a shuttle, when the 351 coach bus seems to be one shot and you're there. Also, make sure you find out after exiting the 351 bus, you ask the bus driver, exactly where to catch it to return to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan. The 351 coach bus is $5.00 one way/$10.00 round trip.

Also, read reply #* from orger "Xenophobia7" who lets you know which windows to go, once you're at the Port Authority Bus Terminal.

[Edited 12/17/10 7:06am]

Yea I know it was you who posted this info and i meant to thank you because it was the easiest commute and it's actually windows 11-15.... I've done the NJ transit train to bus before but this was really easy.... thanks again for putting me on to this bus service..

banks said:

2elijah said:

Banks, I set up travel info about this in this concert section since the announcement of the W2A tours. It seems the bus is easier since it only takes about 20 to 30 min to arrive at the IZOD Center, once you're at Port Authority. Why bother having to take a train halfway there, then get off and have to wait for a shuttle, when the 351 coach bus seems to be one shot and you're there. Also, make sure you find out after exiting the 351 bus, you ask the bus driver, exactly where to catch it to return to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan. The 351 coach bus is $5.00 one way/$10.00 round trip.

Also, read reply #* from orger "Xenophobia7" who lets you know which windows to go, once you're at the Port Authority Bus Terminal.

[Edited 12/17/10 7:06am]

Yea I know it was you who posted this info and i meant to thank you because it was the easiest commute and it's actually windows 11-15.... I've done the NJ transit train to bus before but this was really easy.... thanks again for putting me on to this bus service..

No problem!

Bella the info on their website is kind of confusing and misleading. I took the bus on Wednesday. It does not leave from gates 305 or 306. It leaves from 41st Street (b/t 8th & 9th Avenues). I was also incorrectly told by someone working at the Coach USA window that I could not pay on the bus, that I had to go to the main level and wait in line at window 11 to get a ticket. This was a lie. You can pay as you board the bus, as long as you have exact change.

My advice is to allow PLENTY of time to get there because it is rush hour and the Izod Center was sort of disorganized, imo. I got to the Port Authority around 6:20 (went straight from work) and probably took 15 minutes of running around due to misinformation before I was at 41st Street with a one way ticket (met my friend who drove at the concert and she gave me a ride home). We had to wait another 10 minutes at least for the bus to show up and the line was pretty long. It took another 10 minutes for everyone to board and there were some people who could not get on b/c the bus ran out of seats.

We got to the Izod Center parking lot around 7:15, the line to get into the Izod at the gate nearest the bus drop off was LONG and out the door, down the stairs. I think it was Gate A -- I walked to the right of the line and entered at Gate B, where there was no line. I got into the Izod center by 7:20/7:25pm. Luckily, Esperanza started a little late - around 7:40pm.

As I said, my friend drove me back to NYC after the concert so I can't comment on the return trip, but I saw the lines for that bus after the concert and they were really long. Although there were several buses waiting.

xenophobia7 said:

bellanoche said:

Did anyone use this service to attend the shows on the 14th or 15th? Anyone planning to use it on 12/17? If so, would you recommend it? I'm staying in Midtown and thinking fo using this if I decided to go to the Izod.

On the Izod Center site it states that this bus runs frequently between the Port Authority Terminal and the Izod Center. The cost is $5 each way and the ride is 20 minutes.

http://www.izodcenter.com...y_Bus.aspx

http://www.coachusa.com/i...xpress.asp

I used in the past several time and I used it on Wednesday. It is very efficient and fast. Go to windows 10,11 and 12 at Port Authority,get your round trip and board the bus on 41st between 8th and 9th Ave(it is between the two main terminals. The way back was just as easy and you can pick it from Gate B Lot 27(don't get confused there other bus lines out there ,the one to NY departs from lot 27),you might have to wait like 5-10 minutes.

Enjoy the show

I do not think you HAVE to buy a ticket in advance. I was told that, but when I boarded I asked the bus driver if one had to have a ticket and he said no. I saw he also had a lot of cash in his hand from people who paid as they boarded, as well as tickets. Note, I did not take the bus after the concert, so I had a one-way ticket only.

jone70 said:

xenophobia7 said:

I used in the past several time and I used it on Wednesday. It is very efficient and fast. Go to windows 10,11 and 12 at Port Authority,get your round trip and board the bus on 41st between 8th and 9th Ave(it is between the two main terminals. The way back was just as easy and you can pick it from Gate B Lot 27(don't get confused there other bus lines out there ,the one to NY departs from lot 27),you might have to wait like 5-10 minutes.

Enjoy the show

I do not think you HAVE to buy a ticket in advance. I was told that, but when I boarded I asked the bus driver if one had to have a ticket and he said no. I saw he also had a lot of cash in his hand from people who paid as they boarded, as well as tickets. Note, I did not take the bus after the concert, so I had a one-way ticket only.

Yes... I bought a round trip ticket, but a few paid in cash on the return trip back to NY