Moving to West Orange, how do I get home from S.O. station when jitney service is done for the day???? (Maplewood: limo)

[doerayme]

We are in the process of buying in West Orange...on Gregory Avenue (Northfield would be the closest major cross street but it's a few blocks away). I go to work early enough to use the jitney to the South Orange train station but probably won't be able to catch the train back home from New York until about 8. I would prefer not to take the Port Authority bus if I can avoid it. What are my options from the South Orange train station (or any neighboring stations) to get me home when the jitneys stop running?

[veuvegirl]

The only way I know of is taxi. There is Maplewood taxi or A+ limo in the area.

[doerayme]

Wow so no local bus service or anything. I feel like taxis everyday would add up. Are there any nearby stations I can drive to and park? I was also thinking about going to the Highland Avenue station and walking home (it's slightly under a mile and I like to walk) but it just didn't look too safe in the areas down the hill. Thoughts?

[dclarkin]

During the summer when it is light out it would definately not be a problem. While that section of Orange and West Orange is certainly not affluent it doesn't neccesarily make it dangerous. However, my suggestion would be to get a parking pass for Orange Station and leave your car there. If they don't have any passes there are always daily spots but you have to get there early. The reason I would suggest Orange rather than Highland is that almost every train stops at Orange and only some of the trains stop at Highland. The two stations are only a mile apart. Good Luck.

[JamesBoyer]

Taxi Taxi, Or jogging shoes

[doerayme]

thanks dclarkin. i'll look into getting a parking pass.

[Mrs.Cueva]

Doerauyme, Green Car Limo offer special pricing if you call several times a week. call them up im sure this will be your best option.