So, you want to get to New York, but don't want to blow the bank?

No problem. NJ Transit offers service to the Big Apple on a budget.

Here's how:

1) Take the SEPTA R3 from Swat to any Center City stop.  Then, switch to the R7 line and take a train outbound to Trenton.  Be sure to ask for a trip to Trenton when buying your tickets at Swat - it's cheaper than buying each leg separately!  (Time: 1-1/2 hours, Cost: $14 - roundtrip)

2) In Trenton, you will be directed to exit your SEPTA train and walk forwards to an NJ Transit train (Northeast Corridor Line) waiting for you.  If you have time, buy a ticket at the station, since they may charge you an additional fee if you buy the ticket on the train.  The NJ Transit train will take you all the way to Penn Station in the city. It will also stop at various points in between, including Princeton and Newark.  (Time: 1-1/2 hours, Cost: $16 - roundtrip)

3) Once at Penn Station, you can use the NY Subway to connect to other areas in the city or hop on a Long Island RR train to visit the Island.

That's it!

The total cost of the trip will be approximately $30-35, depending on whether you travel at peak times.

Travel time will range from 3-4 hours, based on connections.

The latest schedules and fares are linked to through the Jolt's Transportation Center.