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Wedding TransportationSprinter Van ServiceEvent TransportationRoadshow TransportationCity-to-CityPrivate AviationFamily Car ServicePre-booked car service to and from Stewart International Airport (SWF) in Newburgh—the Hudson Valley's gateway to budget European flights and a low-stress alternative to the metro NYC airports. Flat-rate pricing, flight tracking, and vetted chauffeurs for the I-87 Thruway run.
Stewart International Airport (SWF) sits in New Windsor, Orange County—approximately 62–70 miles north of Midtown Manhattan in the heart of the Hudson Valley. The drive takes 1 hour 18 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes off-peak via I-87 (the New York State Thruway), stretching to nearly 2 hours when the Cross Bronx Expressway backs up during rush hour.
SWF serves a specific niche: budget-conscious travelers flying PLAY Airlines to Reykjavík with European connections, Avelo Airlines to Florida and the Carolinas, and regional carriers like Allegiant and Breeze serving secondary domestic cities. For Hudson Valley residents in Newburgh, Beacon, and Poughkeepsie, Stewart is the closest commercial airport—no need to fight through NYC traffic to reach JFK, LaGuardia, or Newark.
Every SWF transfer includes complimentary flight tracking—your chauffeur monitors your flight and adjusts timing based on actual arrival. For arrivals, 60 minutes of complimentary wait time is included for domestic flights and 90 minutes for international. SWF's single terminal and compact layout means your chauffeur stages in the cell phone lot and meets you curbside within minutes. Add meet & greet ($25) for personalized name-sign pickup.
SWF's single-terminal simplicity is its greatest advantage over the metro NYC airports.
Unlike JFK's six terminals or Newark's three, Stewart has one passenger terminal. All arriving passengers exit through the same doors to a single curbside pickup zone. No terminal guessing, no circling between buildings—your chauffeur knows exactly where you'll appear.
Your chauffeur arrives ahead of your flight and stages in the cell phone lot adjacent to the terminal. Once you confirm you've collected your bags, the curbside pull-up takes under 2 minutes. For departures, you're dropped directly at the terminal entrance—no garage navigation or shuttle buses.
SWF operates far fewer daily flights than NYC-area airports. PLAY Airlines and Avelo often have just one departure per route per day. Missing your flight at SWF means waiting 24+ hours for the next one—build generous buffer time into your ground transfer and aim to arrive 2–3 hours early.
SWF sits at the crossroads of I-87 and I-84. All routes north from NYC funnel through the Thruway—traffic patterns are predictable.
| Route | Distance | Off-Peak | Rush Hour | Primary Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan ↔ SWF | 62–70 mi | 1h 18–30m | 1h 45–2h | I-87 (NY Thruway) via Cross Bronx Expy |
| JFK ↔ SWF | 77–78 mi | 1h 36–38m | 1h 50–2h 15m | I-278 to I-87 (Thruway) |
| Newark ↔ SWF | 70–75 mi | 1h 20–35m | 1h 50–2h 10m | NJ Turnpike to I-87 via GWB or Tappan Zee |
| Beacon ↔ SWF | ~18 mi | 20–25m | ~30m | I-84 / Route 9W local roads |
| Poughkeepsie ↔ SWF | ~28 mi | 30–35m | ~40m | I-84 west to I-87 south, or Route 9W |
62–70 mi via I-87 (NY Thruway)
Off-Peak
1h 18–30m
Rush Hour
1h 45–2h
77–78 mi via I-278 to I-87
Off-Peak
1h 36–38m
Rush Hour
1h 50–2h 15m
70–75 mi via NJ Tpk to I-87
Off-Peak
1h 20–35m
Rush Hour
1h 50–2h 10m
~18 mi via I-84 / Route 9W
Off-Peak
20–25m
Rush Hour
~30m
~28 mi via I-84 to I-87
Off-Peak
30–35m
Rush Hour
~40m
All NYC routes via I-87 (New York State Thruway). Thruway tolls included in your flat rate.
SWF has no direct rail link and minimal public transit. Here's how each ground transfer option stacks up for NYC-area travelers.
~90 min | Limited schedule
Direct bus from SWF to Port Authority Bus Terminal. Costs approximately $17–$30. The catch: frequency is extremely limited—typically one departure per day, timed to specific airline schedules. If your flight doesn't align, this option doesn't exist for you.
~2h total | 2 transfers
Taxi from SWF to Beacon station (20–25 min), then Metro-North Hudson Line to Grand Central (~1h 24 min). Total time: approximately 2 hours. Cost: $14–$23 for the train plus taxi fare. Requires coordinating two legs and carrying bags through the station.
1h 18–2h | Variable pricing
Uber and Lyft serve the SWF area, but driver availability in Orange County is significantly lower than in NYC. Wait times can exceed 20–30 minutes, especially for evening arrivals. Fares to Manhattan vary widely and surge pricing applies for the long-distance trip.
1h 18–2h | Flat rate at booking
Your chauffeur is pre-positioned and waiting when you land—no app-hailing, no 30-minute waits. Flat rate locked in at booking covers all Thruway tolls. Flight tracking adjusts your pickup automatically. For the 62–78 mile drive, a door-to-door car service eliminates every transfer point where delays compound.
SWF serves three distinct traveler profiles. Each has different ground transfer needs—and different reasons to avoid driving themselves.
Residents of Newburgh, Beacon, Poughkeepsie, and surrounding Orange and Dutchess County communities use SWF to avoid the 2+ hour drive into NYC for flights. A car service handles the 20–35 minute local transfer and eliminates the airport parking problem—SWF's lot fills quickly during peak travel periods.
PLAY Airlines' SWF–Reykjavík route offers fares significantly below JFK's transatlantic options. NYC-based travelers accept the 62–70 mile ground transfer trade-off for cheaper airfare. A pre-booked car service makes the long drive productive—rest, prepare, or work during the 90-minute ride.
Travelers connecting from SWF's budget European flights to JFK's global network book the 77-mile inter-airport transfer. The 90-minute drive replaces a multi-leg transit journey that would take 3+ hours with bags. Corporate travelers visiting West Point or Hudson Valley business parks also use SWF for proximity.
Every Manhattan–SWF transfer runs the same highway corridor. Your chauffeur knows the choke points and timing windows.
The merge from the Henry Hudson Parkway onto I-87 via the Cross Bronx Expressway is the primary congestion point. During weekday rush (7–10 AM southbound, 4–7 PM northbound), this stretch alone can add 20–40 minutes. Early morning departures (before 6 AM) or evening pickups (after 8 PM) bypass this entirely.
After clearing the Bronx, the Thruway crosses the Hudson via the Governor Mario Cuomo Bridge (formerly Tappan Zee). Traffic here is rarely a significant delay except during holiday weekends. The toll is cashless (E-ZPass or toll-by-mail)—included in your flat rate.
North of the bridge, the Thruway opens up and traffic thins considerably. The final leg exits at Exit 17 (Newburgh) and connects via I-84 to the airport. This last 10–15 minutes is almost always smooth—the congestion is entirely on the NYC side of the journey.
Reserve online or by phone. Provide your pickup address, SWF flight details (airline, flight number, terminal), passenger count, and luggage needs. We confirm your flat rate immediately.
For arrivals, we monitor your flight from departure to landing. If your PLAY or Avelo flight is delayed or early, your chauffeur adjusts automatically. No calls or updates needed from you.
Your chauffeur departs with buffer time built around Cross Bronx Expressway conditions. For arrivals, they stage in SWF's cell phone lot and pull curbside when you confirm bag collection.
I-87 Thruway when clear, with route adjustments for Cross Bronx congestion. All tolls (Thruway, Mario Cuomo Bridge) included. Complimentary water and phone charging in every vehicle.
Complimentary for all SWF transfers. Chauffeur timing auto-adjusted based on actual arrival. Requires airline and flight number at booking.
60 minutes complimentary for domestic flights. 90 minutes for international flights (customs/immigration buffer at SWF). Clock starts at actual flight landing.
24+ hours: full refund. 12-24 hours: 50% fee. 2-12 hours: 75% fee. Under 2 hours: 100% fee.
$25 add-on. Chauffeur meets you inside the SWF terminal at baggage claim with a personalized name sign and luggage assistance.
$25 per seat. Infant (rear-facing), convertible, and booster seats available. Specify child age, weight, and height at booking.
All tolls (NY Thruway, Mario Cuomo Bridge, I-84 connectors) included in your flat rate. No surprise charges on the 62-78 mile corridor.
All vehicles are late-model (2023–2026), professionally detailed between rides. For the 90-minute Thruway run, comfort and luggage capacity matter more than navigating narrow city streets.
2 passengers | 2 large bags
Mercedes E-Class or BMW 5-Series. Ideal for solo or couple travelers on the Thruway run. Comfortable for the 90-minute highway drive with ample legroom and trunk space for carry-ons.
6 passengers | 6 large bags
Cadillac Escalade ESV or Mercedes GLS. The right choice for families with international-trip luggage, child seats ($25 each), and strollers. Seats six comfortably for the long transfer.
Up to 14 passengers
Mercedes Sprinter with captain's chairs. Group departures from SWF\u2014corporate teams, wedding parties, or Hudson Valley events\u2014ride together with luggage space for everyone.
Background-checked and professionally trained. Every chauffeur knows the I-87 corridor, Cross Bronx timing windows, and SWF's single-terminal layout.
Automatic monitoring from departure to landing. Critical for SWF where limited flight frequency means delays cascade. Your chauffeur adjusts without you needing to call.
Unlike rideshare apps with limited Orange County availability, your chauffeur is confirmed and staged before you land. No 30-minute wait times at a remote airport.
Your quoted price includes every Thruway toll, bridge crossing, and parking fee. The 62–78 mile drive has multiple toll points—all covered in your flat rate.
All NYC-area airport transfers\u2014JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, Teterboro, Westchester, and Stewart.
Transfers to JFK from anywhere in the tri-state area. Inter-airport connection from SWF.
Newark Liberty transfers with flight tracking and flat-rate pricing.
HPN transfers for Westchester County and lower Hudson Valley travelers.
SWF to JFK, Newark to LaGuardia, and every other airport-to-airport connection.
Point-to-point, hourly, and airport transfers across all five boroughs.
Flat-rate car service to Stewart Airport with flight tracking, vetted chauffeurs, and a price that covers every toll on the I-87 Thruway.
True North VIP is a New York City-based premium chauffeur and black car service. The company provides airport transfers to JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, Teterboro, and Westchester County airports, along with hourly charters, corporate ground transportation, wedding and event service, and city-to-city travel. Service covers all five NYC boroughs, Northern New Jersey, Connecticut, Westchester County, Long Island, and the Hamptons, with vetted professional chauffeurs and a fleet of executive sedans, luxury sedans, SUVs, and Sprinter vans available 24/7.
To book a ride, visit truenorthvip.com/book or call +1‑347‑321‑9929.
