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Cape Liberty Cruise Port, Bayonne NJ – Terminal Information

Cruise terminal guide for Cape Liberty Cruise Port, Bayonne NJ — which lines dock where, check-in tips, and what to expect on arrival.

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Cape Liberty Cruise Port is located at 14 Port Terminal Boulevard in Bayonne, New Jersey. The Bayonne Cruise Terminal is conveniently located 3 miles from Newark Liberty International Airport (see transportation information here) and its close proximity to New York City makes it an ideal location for pre- and post-cruise sightseeing.

The views of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty are an ideal backdrop to your sail-away party. It is located a short distance from the New Jersey Turnpike (exit 14A). The state-of-the-art Cape Liberty cruise terminal, built in partnership with Royal Caribbean and the Port Authority, was designed to ensure passenger comfort and a speedy embarkation and debarkation process.

There is a 950-car parking structure located beside the pier. See here for parking details. Note: public transportation does not reach the port directly — you will need to drive or arrange a transfer. See here for transportation options.

Cape Liberty Tips

Arrival time

The pre-boarding lounge opens at 10:30am. It is recommended to follow the suggested arrival time found in your cruise documents.

Luggage drop-off

Luggage drop-off zones 1–5 are located directly in front of the terminal.

Passenger pick-up

A cell phone waiting lot is adjacent to the terminal. Pick-up zones 6–10 are along the main building and clearly marked. Waiting or parking in front of the main terminal is prohibited. A taxi stand is located across the street from pick-up zone 10.

Hotel shuttles

If being picked up by a pre-arranged hotel shuttle, look for Zones A, B, C, or D upon exiting the cruise terminal.


Cruises from Bayonne

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises offer various trips to destinations such as the Bahamas, Bermuda, the Caribbean, New England, Canada, and transatlantic sailings to Europe.


Weather in Bayonne

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Winter — Nov to Mar
Cold and snowy with temperatures dropping to around 15°F. Pack warm layers and expect possible snowfall.
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Spring — Apr to Jun
Pleasant and mild — one of the best times to visit before summer humidity arrives. Light layers recommended.
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Summer — Jul to Aug
Hot and humid with temperatures around 90°F. August is the rainiest month — bring an umbrella.
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Fall — Sep to Nov
Mild and pleasant — similar to spring and another great time to cruise from Bayonne.

See excursions in the Bayonne area.

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