How to get from East Orange to Elizabeth by bus and train?

From East Orange to Elizabeth by bus and train

To get from East Orange to Elizabeth in Elizabeth, take the 21 bus from Halsted St At Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, take the NC train from Newark Penn Station station to Elizabeth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The bus and train schedule from East Orange may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elizabeth on the Moovit app.

51min

Leaves from Halsted St At Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Halsted St At Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
200 yd • 3 min
2
21
Wait for bus
21
Main Street Nwrk-Penn Sta
3
Ride to bus station
Newark Penn Station
ID 31890
27 min
4
Walk to train station
Newark Penn Station
120 yd • 2 min
5
NC
Wait for train
NC
#3827| Trenton Transit Center
6
Ride to train station
Elizabeth
13 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from East Orange to Elizabeth by bus and train via 21 and NJCL

To get from East Orange to Elizabeth in Elizabeth, take the 21 bus from N Harrison St At Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, take the NJCL train from Newark Penn Station station to Elizabeth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The bus and train schedule from East Orange may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elizabeth on the Moovit app.

50min

Leaves from N Harrison St At Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
N Harrison St At Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
210 yd • 3 min
2
21
Wait for bus
21
Main Street Nwrk-Penn Sta
3
Ride to bus station
Newark Penn Station
ID 31890
28 min
4
Walk to train station
Newark Penn Station
120 yd • 2 min
5
NJCL
Wait for train
NJCL
#3227| Long Branch
6
Ride to train station
Elizabeth
10 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from East Orange to Elizabeth

The distance between East Orange and Elizabeth is approximately 9.37 mi, which can typically be travelled in 51 min. Moovit will show you the directions from East Orange to Elizabeth by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elizabeth – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from East Orange to Elizabeth

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

Alternative route from East Orange to Elizabeth by bus and train via 21 and NJCL

50min

Leaves from N Harrison St At Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
N Harrison St At Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
210 yd • 3 min
2
21
Wait for bus
21
Main Street Nwrk-Penn Sta
3
Ride to bus station
Newark Penn Station
ID 31890
28 min
4
Walk to train station
Newark Penn Station
120 yd • 2 min
5
NJCL
Wait for train
NJCL
#3227| Long Branch
6
Ride to train station
Elizabeth
10 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from East Orange to Elizabeth?
The fastest way takes 51 minutes, using Bus line 21, Train line NC.
What is the alternative route to get from East Orange to Elizabeth?
The alternative route takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 21, Train line NJCL.
Is there a direct bus between East Orange and Elizabeth?
No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 51 min.
Which bus line goes from East Orange to Elizabeth?
The 21 bus line goes from Halsted St At Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd station near East Orange in New York - New Jersey to Main Street Nwrk-Penn Sta station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Main Street Nwrk-Penn Sta station near Elizabeth.
How long does it take to travel from East Orange to Elizabeth by bus and train?
The total travel time between East Orange and Elizabeth by bus and train is about 51 min.
Where do I get on the bus near East Orange to get to Elizabeth?
Get on the 21 bus from the Halsted St At Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd stop near East Orange in New York - New Jersey.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between East Orange and Elizabeth?
Get off the bus at the Main Street Nwrk-Penn Sta station, which is closest to Elizabeth.
When is the first bus from East Orange to Elizabeth?
The first bus from East Orange in New York - New Jersey to Elizabeth in Elizabeth is Elizabethport-Dayton-Orange. It leaves the N Harrison St At Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd stop at 4:27 AM.

Last updated on March 21, 2026

How to get from East Orange to Elizabeth by bus and train?

From East Orange to Elizabeth by bus and train

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Alternative route from East Orange to Elizabeth by bus and train via 21 and NJCL

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Bus And Train schedule from East Orange to Elizabeth

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Alternative route from East Orange to Elizabeth by bus and train via 21 and NJCL

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