How to get from Secaucus to Clifton by train?

From Secaucus to Clifton by train

Take one direct train from Secaucus to Clifton in Clifton: take the MCL train from Secaucus station to Clifton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The train schedule from Secaucus may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Clifton on the Moovit app.

21min
Walk to train station
Train - MCL
Leaves from Secaucus

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Secaucus
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1109| Suffern
  • 3
    Ride to train station Clifton
    Ride to train station
    Clifton
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Secaucus to Clifton by bus, light rail and train

To get from Secaucus to Clifton you’ll need to take one train line, one light rail line and one bus line: take the NC train from Secaucus station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NLR light rail and finally take the 72 bus from Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station station to Broad St at Colfax Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min. The train schedule from Secaucus may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Clifton on the Moovit app.

88min
Walk to train station
Train - NC
Light Rail - NLR
NLR
Bus - 7272
Walk to Clifton
Leaves from Secaucus

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Secaucus
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3823| Trenton Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    8 min
  • 4
    Light Rail - NLRNLR
    Wait for light rail
    NLR
    Nlr Branch Brook Park
  • 5
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station
    ID 30764
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station
    ID 18299
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Paterson Via Bloomfield Ave
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broad St at Colfax Ave
    ID 26678
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Clifton
    Walk to
    Clifton
    1 mi • 21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Secaucus to Clifton

The distance between Secaucus and Clifton is approximately 8.8 mi, which can typically be travelled in 21 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Secaucus to Clifton by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Clifton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Secaucus to Clifton

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

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From Secaucus to Clifton by bus, light rail and train

To get from Secaucus to Clifton you’ll need to take one train line, one light rail line and one bus line: take the NC train from Secaucus station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NLR light rail and finally take the 72 bus from Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station station to Broad St at Colfax Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min. The train schedule from Secaucus may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Clifton on the Moovit app.

88min
Walk to train station
Train - NC
Light Rail - NLR
NLR
Bus - 7272
Walk to Clifton
Leaves from Secaucus

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Secaucus
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3823| Trenton Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    8 min
  • 4
    Light Rail - NLRNLR
    Wait for light rail
    NLR
    Nlr Branch Brook Park
  • 5
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station
    ID 30764
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station
    ID 18299
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Paterson Via Bloomfield Ave
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broad St at Colfax Ave
    ID 26678
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Clifton
    Walk to
    Clifton
    1 mi • 21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Secaucus to Clifton?

    The fastest way takes 21 minutes, using Train line MCL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Secaucus to Clifton?

    The alternative route takes 88 minutes, using Train line NC, Light Rail line NLR, Bus line 72.

  • Is there a direct train between Secaucus and Clifton?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Secaucus in New York - New Jersey to Clifton in Clifton in 21 min.

  • Which train line goes from Secaucus to Clifton?

    The MCL train line goes from Secaucus station near Secaucus in New York - New Jersey to #1109| Suffern station near Clifton in Clifton.

  • How long does it take to travel from Secaucus to Clifton by train?

    The total travel time between Secaucus and Clifton by train is about 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Secaucus to get to Clifton?

    Get on the MCL train from the Secaucus station near Secaucus in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Secaucus and Clifton?

    Get off the train at the #1109| Suffern station, which is closest to Clifton.

  • When is the first train from Secaucus to Clifton?

    The first train from Secaucus in New York - New Jersey to Clifton in Clifton is Main/Bergen County Line. It leaves the Secaucus station at 8:19 PM.

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