Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas from NJCruise from Bayonne, New Jersey

A newer cruise departure point, Cape Liberty Port, in Bayonne, NJ, is located directly across from Manhattan. The New Jersey location, while giving a great view of this majestic city and its well-known landmarks, features far less traffic, and serves as the origin point for Royal Caribbean and Celebrity cruise ships.

Royal Caribbean provides a wealth of cruise options from Bayonne NJ, which include everything from short Bermuda Cruises, Canadian Cruises and long Caribbean cruise vacations.

Cruising from Bayonne, New JerseyIn addition to Royal Caribbean, the always popular and highly rated Celebrity Eclipse sails round-trip from NJ providing guests the oportunity to enjoy the pink sand beaches of Bermuda on a 7-day cruise getaway.

About the Cape Liberty Cruise Port

Statue of Liberty across the Cape Liberty, cruise port.While owned by Royal Caribbean, the Cape Liberty Port is part of a multi-billion dollar redevelopment project for The Peninsula at Bayonne Harbor. Opened in 2004, the Bayonne cruise port inhabits the former Bayonne Navy Base/MOTBY facility and now has the second largest passenger volume among Northeast and Mid-Atlantic terminals. In the future, The Peninsula is expected to hold new residences, businesses, a marina, and park. Convenient for those driving in from New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, Cape Liberty Port offers long-term parking for cruise travelers.

This Bayonne cruise terminal, aside from being adjacent to New York City, is in a perfect location for commuters. Rather than dealing with the hectic and unpredictable traffic of New York, travelers coming into Cape Liberty Port already begin their trip on a relaxed note. Just seven miles from New York City and three from Newark Liberty International Airport, the cruise port is convenient for drivers and not too far away from the New Jersey Turnpike. If you don’t want to worry about parking, taking the New Jersey Transit Hudson-Bergen Light Rail directly to the port is another convenient option.

Cruises from New JerseyCloseness to a major airport offers another advantage for travelers – hotels. Near the airport, and consequently just miles from the Bayonne cruise port, are a large range of lodging options. Budget to high-end hotels, fitting into your travel plans, are a convenient place to spend the night before embarking on your trip.

Considering the port’s location, why restrict your trip to the airport, the New Jersey Turnpike, or a hotel? Spend a day experiencing Manhattan before setting sail on cruise from NJ. Close to the port are notable landmarks Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, and the Liberty Science Center. Other attractions, such as shopping on Fifth Avenue or experiencing Times Square, are a short drive or transit ride away.

No matter if you're looking for cheap cruises from new jersey or an all-inclusive luxury cruise vacation, Direct Line Cruises can help with your vacation planning. For more information on a cruise from Bayonne, New Jersey, call Direct Line Cruises today at 1-800-352-8088.

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Driving Directions to the Cape Liberty Cruise Terminal

Port of Cape Liberty Cruise , NJ (NY Harbor)
Bayonne, NJ (Cape Liberty Cruise Port)
14 Port Terminal Boulevard
Bayonne, N.J. 07002-5038

Parking Information
A safe, secured parking facility, operated by Central Parking, is conveniently located adjacent to the cruise terminal. Parking fees are $19 per day (subject to change). Cash, traveler’s checks and major credit cards are accepted. No reservations are necessary. At this time, there is no covered or valet parking at Cape Liberty Cruise Port.

General Directions
From Newark International Airport (9 miles):
•Exit the airport, following signs to the NJ Turnpike.
•Take the NJ Turnpike to exit 14A.
•Pay toll at exit and continue straight (after traffic light onto bridge) onto Route 440.
•Follow signs for Route 440 South.
•Continue on Route 440 South to Port Terminal Blvd.
•Turn left at Port Terminal Blvd. (there is a traffic light at the intersection).
•This is the entrance for the “Peninsula at Bayonne Harbor” or the old “Military Ocean Terminal Bayonne.”
•Continue straight and approach the guard gate.
•Continue past the guard gate and follow the signs to the cruise terminal.

From NJ Turnpike north or south:
•Exit the airport, following signs to the NJ Turnpike.
•Take the NJ Turnpike to exit 14A.
•Pay toll at exit and continue straight (after traffic light onto bridge) onto Route 440.
•Follow signs for Route 440 South.
•Continue on Route 440 South to Port Terminal Blvd.
•Turn left at Port Terminal Blvd. (there is a traffic light at the intersection).
•This is the entrance for the “Peninsula at Bayonne Harbor” or the old “Military Ocean Terminal Bayonne.”
•Continue straight and approach the guard gate.
•Continue past the guard gate and follow the signs to the cruise terminal.

From NYC, via the Lincoln Tunnel:
•Take the Lincoln Tunnel to New Jersey.
•Follow I-495 West to the NJ Turnpike/I-95.
•Take the NJ Turnpike south to Exit 14A – Bayonne. Follow directions above from Exit 14A.

From NYC, via the Holland Tunnel:
•Take the Holland Tunnel to New Jersey.
•Take the NJ Turnpike west to exit 14A. Follow directions above from Exit 14 A.

From the West, via I-80:
•Take I-80 East to I-95 South
•Take the NJ Turnpike south to Exit 14A- Bayonne. Follow directions above from Exit 14A.

From the west, via I-78:
•Take I-78 East directly to the NJ Turnpike.
•Take the NJ Turnpike east to Exit 14A- Bayonne. Follow directions above from Exit 14A.

From the east/Staten Island/Long Island:
•Take the Verrazano Narrows Bridge into Staten Island.
•Take I-278 West.
•Take Route 440 North to and over the Bayonne Bridge.
•Continue on Route 440 North approximately 3 miles.
•Make a right into the Bayonne Ocean Terminal.
•Continue straight and approach the guard gate.
•Continue past the guard gate and follow the signs to the cruise terminal.

From the Bronx/Connecticut/New England:
•Proceed to and across the George Washington Bridge.
•Follow signs for the New Jersey Turnpike/I-95 South.
•Take the NJ Turnpike south to Exit 14A – Bayonne. Follow directions above from Exit 14A.

From Westchester County:
•Take I-684 South to I-278 West
•Take I-278 West to I-87 South.
•Follow signs to and over the George Washington Bridge.
•Take the NJ Turnpike south to Exit 14A – Bayonne. Follow directions above from Exit 14A.

From Rockland County:
•Take the Palisades Parkway South to I-80 West.
•Follow signs for the New Jersey Turnpike/I-95 South.
•Take the NJ Turnpike south to Exit 14A – Bayonne. Follow directions above from Exit 14A.