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

Avenel to Clifton, NJ - Train Schedule

The NJCL train from Avenel to Clifton, NJ usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5 min-4 hr 5 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 46 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Avenel to Clifton, NJ by bus and train

To get from Avenel to Clifton, NJ you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the NJCL train from Avenel station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 72 bus and finally take the 705 bus from Broad St at Haddonfield Rd station to Clifton Ave at Saint Andrews Blvd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min. The bus and train schedule from Avenel may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Clifton, NJ on the Moovit app.

106min
Train - NJCL
Bus - 7272
Bus - 705705
Walk to Clifton, NJ
Leaves from Avenel

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Avenel
  • 2
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3224| Penn Station New York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side)
    ID 18835
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Paterson Via Bloomfield Ave
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broad St at Haddonfield Rd
    ID 26673
    48 min
  • 7
    Bus - 705705
    Wait for bus
    705
    Passaic Bus Terminal
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clifton Ave at Saint Andrews Blvd
    ID 26698
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to Clifton, NJ
    Walk to
    Clifton, NJ
    530 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Avenel to Clifton, NJ

The distance between Avenel and Clifton, NJ is approximately 23.9 mi, which can typically be travelled in 106 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Avenel 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 Avenel to Clifton, NJ

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

    The fastest way takes 106 minutes, using Train line NJCL, Bus line 72, Bus line 705.

  • Is there a direct train between Avenel and Clifton, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 46 min.

  • Which train line goes from Avenel to Clifton, NJ?

    The NJCL train line goes from Newark Penn Station near Avenel in Woodbridge to Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station near Clifton, NJ.

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

    The total travel time between Avenel and Clifton, NJ by train and bus is about 1 hr 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Avenel to get to Clifton, NJ?

    Get on the NJCL train from the Newark Penn Station near Avenel in Woodbridge.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Avenel and Clifton, NJ?

    Get off the train at the Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) stop, which is closest to Clifton, NJ.

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