How to get from Rutgers University to Berkeley Heights by bus and train?

From Rutgers University to Berkeley Heights by bus and train

To get from Rutgers University to Berkeley Heights in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NEC train from New Brunswick station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 71 bus and finally take the MNEG train from East Orange station to Berkeley Heights station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Rutgers University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Berkeley Heights on the Moovit app.

126min
Walk to train station
Train - NEC
Bus - 7171
Train - MNEG
Leaves from New Brunswick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    New Brunswick
    0.73 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3830| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side)
    ID 18835
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    West Caldwell Via Henderson
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ml King Jr Blvd at North Arlington Ave
    ID 17565
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    East Orange
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - MNEGMNEG
    Wait for train
    MNEG
    #0413| Gladstone
  • 9
    Ride to train station Berkeley Heights
    Ride to train station
    Berkeley Heights
    38 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rutgers University to Berkeley Heights

The distance between Rutgers University, New York - New Jersey and Berkeley Heights, New York - New Jersey is approximately 42.4 mi, which can typically be traveled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rutgers University to Berkeley Heights by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Rutgers University to Berkeley Heights

To check the bus and train schedule from Rutgers University to Berkeley Heights using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rutgers University) and destination (Berkeley Heights), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rutgers University to Berkeley Heights?

    The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Train line NEC, Bus line 71, Train line MNEG.

  • Is there a direct train between Rutgers University and Berkeley Heights?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total traveling time is 2 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rutgers University to Berkeley Heights?

    The NEC train line goes from New Brunswick station near Rutgers University in New Brunswick to Newark Penn Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Newark Penn Station near Berkeley Heights in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rutgers University to Berkeley Heights by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Rutgers University in New Brunswick and Berkeley Heights in New York - New Jersey by train and bus is about 2 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Rutgers University to get to Berkeley Heights?

    Get on the NEC train from the New Brunswick station near Rutgers University in New Brunswick.

  • Where do I get off the train when traveling between Rutgers University and Berkeley Heights?

    Get off the train at the Newark Penn Station, which is closest to Berkeley Heights in New York - New Jersey.

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