Facility Overview
The Lakeland Park and Ride, situated at 800 US-46 in Parsippany, NJ, serves as a vital suburban transit hub for daily commuters traveling throughout Morris County and into Midtown and Downtown Manhattan. Operating as an open-air surface parking facility adjacent to the Lakeland Bus terminal, this lot provides generous parking spaces arranged across well-defined asphalt bays. Because it is a ground-level, uncovered facility, there are no vertical clearance restrictions or low-hanging garage decks, making it fully accessible for standard commuter sedans, crossovers, full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and high-profile commercial passenger vans.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Located along the bustling commercial corridor of Route 46 East in Parsippany-Troy Hills, the park and ride facility is surrounded by practical retail centers, corporate headquarters, and dining options. Key local destinations include:
- Arlington Plaza & Local Dining: Located within a 5- to 10-minute walk or 2-minute drive, offering quick morning coffee and casual grab-and-go dining.
- Troy Hills Shopping Center: Situated less than 2 miles east along Route 46, featuring grocery markets, pharmacies, and specialty shops.
- Morris County Corporate Parks: Nearby corporate office centers along Campus Drive, Interpace Parkway, and Sylvan Way are reachable within a 5- to 8-minute drive.
- Direct NYC Commuter Access: Rather than driving into Manhattan, riders can step directly from their cars onto express commuter coaches bound for the Port Authority Bus Terminal (PABT) and Wall Street, making this one of Morris County\'s most efficient portals to New York City.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Ingress and egress are positioned directly along US-46 East, with immediate proximity to major thoroughfares including Interstate 80 (I-80), Interstate 287 (I-287), and US Route 202. Motorists arriving from I-80 can easily exit via Beverwyck Road or Cherry Hill Road to merge smoothly onto Route 46. The facility is the cornerstone terminal for Lakeland Bus Lines Route 46 commuter routes, offering frequent weekday morning departures and evening returns to and from the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown Manhattan. Regional connecting routes and local Morris County paratransit connections also operate nearby.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Open-Air Surface Parking: Ample, spacious paved surface parking with unobstructed overhead clearance for vehicles of all roof heights.
- Express Transit Link: Located directly at the Lakeland Bus boarding area with sheltered passenger waiting amenities.
- Accessible Stalls: Designated ADA accessible parking bays conveniently located close to the bus boarding platform and ticketing areas.
- Lighting & Safety: Nighttime illumination throughout the lot to accommodate early morning departures and late-evening returns.
- Flexible Daily & Monthly Options: Designed specifically for commuter routines with daily self-parking and permit-based options.
Ideal For
- New York City Commuters: Suburban professionals avoiding congestion and high tolls across the George Washington Bridge or Lincoln Tunnel.
- Morris County Corporate Commuters: Workers utilizing carpooling, vanpools, or ride-share connections across the Parsippany business corridor.
- Day Trippers to Manhattan: Visitors attending Broadway theater performances, concerts, shopping excursions, or sporting events at Madison Square Garden without the burden of driving and parking in NYC.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Peak morning arrivals occur between 6:15 AM and 7:45 AM on typical weekdays; arriving early ensures selection of spaces closest to the boarding shelters. Drivers entering from US-46 should remain in the right lane when approaching the 800 US-46 entrance, as traffic flow along the highway can be fast-moving during morning rush periods. Be sure to verify bus schedules and pre-purchase your bus tickets or digital commuter passes in advance through official Lakeland Bus Lines ticketing channels to streamline your morning boarding.
