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Getting Around Newark: Jughandles, turnpikes and transit

Commutes, congestion, transit, and parking: what getting around Newark really takes.

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Diane Briante
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Diane, Our Local Expert Guiding Your Move

Diane has been rooted in New Jersey since day one and has lived everywhere from Hillside to Elizabeth to Springfield before landing in Fanwood. When she and her family moved into their current place, she was very pregnant and still refused to stop lifting boxes or scrubbing things because she wanted it done right. She is the kind of New Jerseyan who can talk about Revolutionary War history, walk you through Duke Gardens, or recommend the best apple picking without checking a map. Her food loyalties are fierce, especially when it comes to pork roll on a hard roll with melted cheese, though she will happily join any naming debate. She is a lifelong reader who once tried to leave the library with more books than her card allowed. She even crossed paths with Sinatra during an honorary degree event at Stevens. At Snappy Scout she brings sharp local insight with a Jersey wink.

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How Do You Get Around Newark?

Commutes, congestion, transit, and parking: the daily logistics nobody puts on the listing.

The time I spend getting to/from work every day is

PATH uncertainty, NJ Transit train challenges, Turnpike and Rt 78 crawl

Traffic congestion areas to avoid

Downtown, NJ Turnpike 14 to 15E, Pulaski Skyway, weekday rush

Ability to get around without a car

Yes downtown PATH, NJ Transit, Newark subway, bus system, sneakers, stubborn patience (you'll get your steps in)

Locals dream of driving around in a

cherry red Dodge Hellcat scaring pigeons on Market Street

The reality is that most locals drive

200k mile Altima that parallel parks like a magician

Quirky local driving habit

Using hazards as VIP parking pass outside bodegas

The likelihood of finding parking

Downtown scarce, Ironbound evenings mythical, neighborhoods manageable with patience. Say a prayer or find a pay lot

#1 driving tip

Master jughandles and get really good at parallel parking

Local's Q&AReal answers from someone who lives here

Where I Go for a Quiet Escape

Pop into the Newark museum for some great exhibits, amazing architecture -- and a little peace from the busy streets.

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— Diane Briante

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