How to get from Plainfield to Edison by bus and train?

Plainfield to Edison - Bus Schedule

The 59 bus from Plainfield to Edison usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 15 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 30 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Plainfield to Edison by bus and train

To get from Plainfield to Edison you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 59 bus from East 2nd St at Leland Ave station to Watchung Ave at E 4th St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 819 bus and finally take the NEC train from Metuchen station to Edison station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edison on the Moovit app.

90min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5959
Bus - 819819
Train - NEC
Leaves from East 2nd St at Leland Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East 2nd St at Leland Ave
    ID 29306
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Dunellen
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watchung Ave at E 4th St
    ID 29352
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Watchung Ave at E 4th St
    ID 29355
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 819819
    Wait for bus
    819
    Metuchen Rail Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pennsylvania Ave at Metuchen Rail Sta
    ID 23338
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Metuchen
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3713| Jersey Avenue
  • 9
    Ride to train station Edison
    Ride to train station
    Edison
    4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Plainfield to Edison

The distance between Plainfield and Edison is approximately 14.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 90 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Plainfield to Edison by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Edison – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Plainfield to Edison

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

    The fastest way takes 90 minutes, using Bus line 59, Bus line 819, Train line NEC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Plainfield and Edison?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Plainfield to Edison?

    The 59 bus line goes from East 2nd St at Leland Ave station near Plainfield in Plainfield to Watchung Ave at E 4th St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Watchung Ave at E 4th St station near Edison.

  • How long does it take to travel from Plainfield to Edison by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Plainfield and Edison by bus and train is about 1 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Plainfield to get to Edison?

    Get on the 59 bus from the East 2nd St at Leland Ave stop near Plainfield in Plainfield.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Plainfield and Edison?

    Get off the bus at the Watchung Ave at E 4th St station, which is closest to Edison.

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