How to get from New Brunswick to Clifton by train?

From New Brunswick to Clifton by train

To get from New Brunswick to Clifton you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the NEC train from New Brunswick station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NJCL train and finally take the MAIN train from Secaucus station to Clifton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The train schedule from New Brunswick may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Clifton on the Moovit app.

71min
Train - NEC
Train - NJCL
Train - MAIN
Leaves from New Brunswick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    New Brunswick
  • 2
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3830| Penn Station New York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    34 min
  • 4
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3228| Penn Station New York
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    8 min
  • 6
    Train - MAINMAIN
    Wait for train
    MAIN
    #1207| Waldwick
  • 7
    Ride to train station Clifton
    Ride to train station
    Clifton
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from New Brunswick to Clifton

The distance between New Brunswick and Clifton is approximately 36.3 mi, which can typically be travelled in 71 min. Moovit will show you the directions from New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick to Clifton

To check the train schedule from New Brunswick to Clifton using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (New Brunswick) 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from New Brunswick to Clifton?

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Train line NEC, Train line NJCL, Train line MAIN.

  • Is there a direct train between New Brunswick and Clifton?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from New Brunswick to Clifton?

    The NEC train line goes from Newark Penn Station near New Brunswick in New Brunswick to Secaucus station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Secaucus station near Clifton.

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

    The total travel time between New Brunswick and Clifton by train is about 1 hr 11 min.

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

    Get on the NEC train from the Newark Penn Station near New Brunswick in New Brunswick.

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

    Get off the train at the Secaucus station, which is closest to Clifton.

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