It has been a very long time that I rode a commuter rail, but nevertheless after ten (10) years of…read moretrekking from Queens, NYC to Long Island to visit my former love I am no stranger to commuter rail daily trips. Unfortunately I have not been able to wanderlust in years which I am profoundly trapped in my locality with extreme cabin fever, and COVID-19 pandemic hindered travelling further, but I found a way out of NYC through MTA Metro North as a drifter in wanderlust. This MTA Metro-North Beacon Station is indeed clean. It is situated on the MTR Metro-North Hudson Line via the Henry Hudson River with scenic views of salt marshes, luxurious yacht boats, but no jet ski, kayak or paddle boats. It was a nice ride without any boisterous ruckus or rude disruption by fellow passengers. My ride was actually a very phlegmatic disposition. I usually sit alone for COVID-19 compliance of six feet distancing and usually silently cry due to my profound grief. It is a direct ride without the need for a transfer. The Hudson Line train passes the Broadway Bridge in the Bronx, and the New Tappan Zee Bridge. Unfortunately by night fall the view of the Hudson River during the entire train ride emits absolute no visibility as it is complete utter darkness. A one-way off peak ticket from Grand Central Terminal to Beacon for one adult is a whooping $17.50 (2021 era price) which is blamed on 2021 national inflation rate accelerated to 5.4%. Whoa! The underground passage is dingy very prone to flooding with inadequate drains as the underground passage is filled with pondering water on the ground with minimal lighting to provide pedestrian visibly for safety and less appealing similar to the NYC subway stations. There is a paid parking lot which appears to contain large amount of spaces. This station is ADA accessible with a ramp and elevator. There is a nice welcome signage of "Welcome to Beacon, NY" with a hand drawn area map. The train arrivals/departures at scheduled intervals of half hour or one hour for peak and off peak times. There is a small indoor, standing only, enclosure on the platform for passengers to seek temporary shelter from the elements of rain, snow, or extreme artic cold.

When I think of other Metro North stations (and I have seen a lot lately) I usually smile. When I…read morethink of this one, I grimace. It is functional, I will give it that. But it lacks the charm of some of the stations on the Harlem Line. Heck, it isn't even as charming as Peekskill, just a few towns south. It wasn't that clean and the sign wasn't well maintained. Plus, it kind of smelled like urine. I do not think there was any correlation between that detail and the fact that my friends and I had just spent 8 hours drinking beer before waiting for the return train to NYC, but I could be wrong about that. In any case, it was unpleasant. But don't let that stop you from visiting Beacon, it is a lovely town, pee notwithstanding.

Yes and yes. It might not be the red carpet but sure beats the price. The plan to run…read moreBeacon/Newburgh bridge was the best decision and daring one. For just 1.50 and free parking you may leave the car in Newburgh side, take the ferry. It takes less than 15 mins to get to the other side of the bridge, directly stopping at the Beacon train station. The route: Start by walking under the Beacon train station to the parking lot. Take the stairs up to this mini park and hang a left there. Keep following that route until you reach the main entrance to the bridge. Ensure to stay on your left, as it hooks to the bridge on left. There's not much crossing the road. Maybe, some parking lots here and there but that's about it. For your safety, always be aware of your surroundings for cars as they drive b fairly fast. This is a about a mile to the bridge. On the bridge, it made me nervous. I couldn't help but look down to the river. You are running on a metal plates all the way through. This is very sturdy although, the shaking could be unnerving. Next time, I will take a bag with me. Across the bridge is about 2 miles, keep following the trail to exit the bridge and will take you directly on the road to Leroy Drive. This road doesn't have a pedestrian walk way but fairly safe other wise. Along this route, there are some homes that are historical to Newburgh. This road is another mile to get to the port or docking station. Don't forget to stop in to take a pic or have a beer. Some restaurants here have the view overlooking the bridge. Key note: Please be careful when parking your cars on the parking lot. Although, there's immense foot traffic, stay within those hours when the area is busy in Newburgh. Another safe way to do it is to park your car in Beacon lot, free on weekends. Take the ferry to Newburgh and run from there (opposite to what I did). On Saturdays, Beacon train station has a Farmer's market. It's very small but worth checking with free bands playing.

Yes I'm a fan of the ferry, but really wish it ran on weekends. If you wish it did it too,…read morecall/write the MTA (they run it) and request it. If they get enough requests and realize there's a need for it, they might implement a weekend schedule.

Andy is the best- he is always on time and goes the extra mile to help. hard working guy who gives…read moreexcellent service. I would recommend him to anyone. Denise- Beacon, NY

Awful. Ripped us off. Charged us double. Driver drove like a maniac and texted while driving…read more Couldn't wait to get out of cab. No stars.

Good cab, fast, kind, willing to pickup and drop off at train station from work when needed…read more Will use again.

Nicolas is the best! Fair price for pick up at JFK airport. He was on time and responded right…read moreaway to my text messages. Asked if I was cold in the cab & turned up the heat so I was more comfortable. Friendly, personalize, on time and reasonable prices = 5 Stars! Will definitely use his service again!

We called an hour before we wanted to be picked up, and requested a pick up for a half hour before…read morewe wanted to arrive at the train station which was 10 minutes away. The car arrived 25 minutes late and we missed our train. Every time I called the dispatcher said the driver was "a couple of minutes away," but we later learned that he didn't even clock in until 15 minutes after our requested pickup time. This is nonsense. Call someone else.

I used Coach Tours for my wedding in Brookfield, CT this month and can say I had an excellent…read moreexperience! You never know what to expect with transportation for a wedding but this team has it down to a science. We booked two 55 person Coach busses for our wedding and one for our rehearsal dinner. Trent was responsive and all the busses were prompt, clean, and reliable. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for quality service for a resonable price!

This company provided transportation to Mohegan Sun casino. The driver, Don on bus #22 Sunday…read more5/19/19 is an exceptional driver. Several incompetent drivers cut him off because THEY waited to the last moment to merge into the right traveling lane. With his excellent driving skills the rest of the passengers never even knew what was happening. His use of the GPS rerouted us a few times to avoid traffic jams that could be seen extending off to the horizon; getting us to and from the casino on time. There were even entertainment on the bus, enhancing the ride. And the bathroom was clean and smelled pleasant.

Your drivers and their horn blowing in residential apartment complexes specifically at Squire…read moreVillage where it is explicitly prohibited by the community by laws is outrageous, and it's not just during the day time!! It has been in the late hours of the night, 1,2,3,4 am allot of times. People have to work, and it is extremely rude, and unprofessional for them to be blowing their horns! It's 2025!! Literally EVERYBODY has cell phones teach your drivers to text &/or call their fares instead of being so rude and obnoxious blowing their horns at all hours of the day and night. If you guys don't get it under control my next step will be calling the TLC commission and the NWPD.

Stop honking for pickups especially in the early morning hours! You have a driver that won't stop…read morelaying on the horn for a 6 am pickup on 3rd street on weekdays. It's 2025 - use your cell phone.

Drove me to jfk from beacon. Very reliable, got me there with plenty of time. Car was comfortable…read morewith a friendly driver

My daughters wedding was this past weekend at The Roundhouse and we needed a way to transport our…read moreguests to dinner at Wonderbar. Steve was prompt,courteous and so easy to work with. The van was also so clean! I would highly recommend this company!!!