How to get from Journal Square to Clifton, NJ by bus and train?

Journal Square to Clifton, NJ - Bus Schedule

The 87 bus from Journal Square to Clifton, NJ usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 18 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Journal Square to Clifton, NJ by bus and train

To get from Journal Square to Clifton, NJ you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 87 bus from Journal Square Transportation Center station to Hoboken Terminal Lane 6 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MAIN train and finally take the 705 bus from Clifton Ave at Clifton Blvd station to Clifton Ave at Brookside Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from Journal Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Clifton, NJ on the Moovit app.

78min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8787
Train - MAIN
Bus - 705705
Walk to Clifton, NJ
Leaves from Journal Square Transportation Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Journal Square Transportation Center
    ID 31732
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8787
    Wait for bus
    87
    Hoboken-Path Via Journal Sq
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hoboken Terminal Lane 6
    ID 20497
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hoboken Terminal
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - MAINMAIN
    Wait for train
    MAIN
    #1109| Suffern
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Clifton
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clifton Ave at Clifton Blvd
    ID 26726
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 705705
    Wait for bus
    705
    Wayne Willowbrook
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clifton Ave at Brookside Dr
    ID 26732
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Clifton, NJ
    Walk to
    Clifton, NJ
    580 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Journal Square to Clifton, NJ

The distance between Journal Square and Clifton, NJ is approximately 17.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 78 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Journal Square to Clifton, NJ by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Clifton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Journal Square to Clifton, NJ

To check the bus and train schedule from Journal Square to Clifton, NJ using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Journal Square) and destination (Clifton, NJ), 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 Journal Square to Clifton, NJ?

    The fastest way takes 78 minutes, using Bus line 87, Train line MAIN, Bus line 705.

  • Is there a direct bus between Journal Square and Clifton, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Journal Square to Clifton, NJ?

    The 87 bus line goes from Journal Square Transportation Center station near Journal Square in Jersey City to Hoboken Terminal Lane 6 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Hoboken Terminal Lane 6 station near Clifton, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from Journal Square to Clifton, NJ by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Journal Square and Clifton, NJ by bus and train is about 1 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Journal Square to get to Clifton, NJ?

    Get on the 87 bus from the Journal Square Transportation Center stop near Journal Square in Jersey City.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Journal Square and Clifton, NJ?

    Get off the bus at the Hoboken Terminal Lane 6 stop, which is closest to Clifton, NJ.

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