
Transportation to NYC Marathon Start is a road cycling race on November 1, 2026 in Rahway, NJ, with an entry fee of $38.
From the Organizer
TRANSPORTATION TO NYC MARATHON FROM CENTRAL JERSEY
Departure Information:
Rahway Train Station, Rahway, NJ 07065
(GPS Address: Northfield Bank, 1515 Irving St, Rahway, NJ 07065)
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Check-In: 6:30 a.m.
Depart Rahway: 6:50 a.m. SHARP!
Arrive Ft. Wadesworth, Staten Island at approximately 7: 50 a.m.
Why Rahway?
Rahway station is served by multiple NJ Transit lines: North Jersey Corridor and New Jersey Coast Line.
This means more train options and more frequency. This also means your return trip from NY Penn station is just a short train ride back to Rahway
Amenities:
Ride in style on a luxury bus with on-board restroom, seats with lumbar support, and AC outlet to charge your last minute Garmin and device containing your favorite Playlist.
Pre-race fuel up with provided water, electrolytes and bananas.
Please plan to arrive early!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
60°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cranford, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
29,748
as of 2023
City Elevation
25 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Transportation to NYC Marathon Start, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Rahway than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Road cycling rewards pacing judgment and consistent time on your bike more than raw power. If you already ride regularly and can comfortably ride a few miles, you have a good starting base for most beginner-friendly events.
Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Transportation to NYC Marathon Start
Nov 1, 2026