How to get from South Plainfield to Elizabeth by bus?

From South Plainfield to Elizabeth by bus

To get from South Plainfield to Elizabeth in Elizabeth, take the 114 bus from W 7th St at Clinton Ave station to Watchung Ave at E 5th St station. Next, take the 59 bus from East 5th St at Watchung Ave station to Elizabeth Arch station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The bus schedule from South Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elizabeth on the Moovit app.

76min
Bus - 114114
Bus - 5959
Walk to Elizabeth
Leaves from W 7th St at Clinton Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    South Plainfield
  • 2
    Bus - 114114
    Wait for bus
    114
    114x New York Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watchung Ave at E 5th St
    ID 29351
    11 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Newark H. Tubman Pk
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elizabeth Arch
    ID 28545
    56 min
  • 6
    Walk to Elizabeth
    Walk to
    Elizabeth
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From South Plainfield to Elizabeth by bus and train

To get from South Plainfield to Elizabeth you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 114 bus from W 7th St at Clinton Ave station to Watchung Ave at E 4th St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RVL train and finally take the NC train from Newark Penn Station station to Elizabeth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The bus schedule from South Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elizabeth on the Moovit app.

65min
Bus - 114114
Train - RVL
Train - NC
Leaves from W 7th St at Clinton Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    South Plainfield
  • 2
    Bus - 114114
    Wait for bus
    114
    114x New York Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watchung Ave at E 4th St
    ID 29352
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Plainfield
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RVLRVL
    Wait for train
    RVL
    #5902| Newark Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    36 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3829| Trenton Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to train station Elizabeth
    Ride to train station
    Elizabeth
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Plainfield to Elizabeth

The distance between South Plainfield and Elizabeth is approximately 15.58 mi, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Plainfield to Elizabeth by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elizabeth – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from South Plainfield to Elizabeth

To check the bus schedule from South Plainfield to Elizabeth using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South Plainfield) and destination (Elizabeth), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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From South Plainfield to Elizabeth by bus and train

To get from South Plainfield to Elizabeth you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 114 bus from W 7th St at Clinton Ave station to Watchung Ave at E 4th St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RVL train and finally take the NC train from Newark Penn Station station to Elizabeth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The bus schedule from South Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elizabeth on the Moovit app.

65min
Bus - 114114
Train - RVL
Train - NC
Leaves from W 7th St at Clinton Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    South Plainfield
  • 2
    Bus - 114114
    Wait for bus
    114
    114x New York Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watchung Ave at E 4th St
    ID 29352
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Plainfield
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RVLRVL
    Wait for train
    RVL
    #5902| Newark Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    36 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3829| Trenton Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to train station Elizabeth
    Ride to train station
    Elizabeth
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Plainfield to Elizabeth?

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Bus line 114, Bus line 59.

  • What is the alternative route to get from South Plainfield to Elizabeth?

    The alternative route takes 65 minutes, using Bus line 114, Train line RVL, Train line NC.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Plainfield and Elizabeth?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 16 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Plainfield to Elizabeth?

    The 114 bus line goes from 114x New York Express station near South Plainfield in New York - New Jersey to Watchung Ave at E 5th St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Watchung Ave at E 5th St station near Elizabeth.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Plainfield to Elizabeth by bus?

    The total travel time between South Plainfield and Elizabeth by bus is about 1 hr 16 min.

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

    Get on the 114 bus from the 114x New York Express stop near South Plainfield in New York - New Jersey.

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

    Get off the bus at the Watchung Ave at E 5th St stop, which is closest to Elizabeth.

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