How to get from Montclair to Brooklyn by subway and train?

From Montclair to Brooklyn by subway and train

To get from Montclair to Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey, take the ML train from Watchung Avenue station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the 2 subway from 34 St-Penn Station station to Church Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min. The subway and train schedule from Montclair may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brooklyn on the Moovit app.

106min
Walk to train station
Train - ML
Subway - 2
Walk to Brooklyn
Leaves from Watchung Avenue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Watchung Avenue
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - MLML
    Wait for train
    ML
    #6214| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    45 min
  • 4
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Church Av
    39 min
  • 6
    Walk to Brooklyn
    Walk to
    Brooklyn
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Montclair to Brooklyn by subway and train via ML, 3 and 5

To get from Montclair to Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 subway lines: take the ML train from Watchung Avenue station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 3 subway and finally take the 5 subway from Nevins St station to Church Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The subway and train schedule from Montclair may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brooklyn on the Moovit app.

104min
Walk to train station
Train - ML
Subway - 3
Subway - 5
Walk to Brooklyn
Leaves from Watchung Avenue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Watchung Avenue
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - MLML
    Wait for train
    ML
    #6214| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    45 min
  • 4
    Subway - 3
    Wait for subway
    3
    New Lots Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Nevins St
    21 min
  • 6
    Subway - 5
    Wait for subway
    5
    Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Church Av
    13 min
  • 8
    Walk to Brooklyn
    Walk to
    Brooklyn
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Montclair to Brooklyn

The distance between Montclair, New York - New Jersey and Brooklyn, New York - New Jersey is approximately 26.39 mi, which can typically be travelled in 106 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Montclair to Brooklyn by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Montclair to Brooklyn

To check the subway and train schedule from Montclair to Brooklyn using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Montclair) and destination (Brooklyn), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway 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 subway and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Montclair to Brooklyn by subway and train via ML, 3 and 5

To get from Montclair to Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 subway lines: take the ML train from Watchung Avenue station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 3 subway and finally take the 5 subway from Nevins St station to Church Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The subway and train schedule from Montclair may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brooklyn on the Moovit app.

104min
Walk to train station
Train - ML
Subway - 3
Subway - 5
Walk to Brooklyn
Leaves from Watchung Avenue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Watchung Avenue
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - MLML
    Wait for train
    ML
    #6214| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    45 min
  • 4
    Subway - 3
    Wait for subway
    3
    New Lots Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Nevins St
    21 min
  • 6
    Subway - 5
    Wait for subway
    5
    Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Church Av
    13 min
  • 8
    Walk to Brooklyn
    Walk to
    Brooklyn
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Montclair to Brooklyn?

    The fastest way takes 106 minutes, using Train line ML, Subway line 2.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Montclair to Brooklyn?

    The alternative route takes 104 minutes, using Train line ML, Subway line 3, Subway line 5.

  • Is there a direct train between Montclair and Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 46 min.

  • Which train line goes from Montclair to Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey?

    The ML train line goes from Watchung Avenue station near Montclair to #6214| New York Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till #6214| New York Penn Station station near Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Montclair to Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Montclair and Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey by train and subway is about 1 hr 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Montclair to get to Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey?

    Get on the ML train from the Watchung Avenue station near Montclair in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Montclair and Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey?

    Get off the train at the #6214| New York Penn Station station, which is closest to Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey.

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