How to get from Plainfield to Elizabeth by bus?

From Plainfield to Elizabeth by bus

Take one direct bus from Plainfield to Elizabeth in Elizabeth: take the 59 bus from East 2nd St at Leland Ave station to Broad St at Jersey St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The bus schedule from Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elizabeth on the Moovit app.

58min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5959
Walk to Elizabeth
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 29299
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Newark H. Tubman Pk
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broad St at Jersey St
    ID 28544
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to Elizabeth
    Walk to
    Elizabeth
    Union, NJ
    500 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Plainfield to Elizabeth by train

To get from Plainfield to Elizabeth in Elizabeth, take the RVL train from Netherwood 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 1 hr 9 min. The bus schedule from Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elizabeth on the Moovit app.

69min
Walk to train station
Train - RVL
Train - NC
Walk to Elizabeth
Leaves from Netherwood

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Netherwood
    0.62 mi • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - RVLRVL
    Wait for train
    RVL
    #5902| Newark Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    33 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3829| Trenton Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elizabeth
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to Elizabeth
    Walk to
    Elizabeth
    Union, NJ
    660 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Plainfield to Elizabeth

The distance between Plainfield and Elizabeth is approximately 12.58 mi, which can typically be travelled in 58 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 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 Plainfield to Elizabeth

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

To get from Plainfield to Elizabeth in Elizabeth, take the RVL train from Netherwood 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 1 hr 9 min. The bus schedule from Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elizabeth on the Moovit app.

69min
Walk to train station
Train - RVL
Train - NC
Walk to Elizabeth
Leaves from Netherwood

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Netherwood
    0.62 mi • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - RVLRVL
    Wait for train
    RVL
    #5902| Newark Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    33 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3829| Trenton Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elizabeth
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to Elizabeth
    Walk to
    Elizabeth
    Union, NJ
    660 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 58 minutes, using Bus line 59.

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

    The alternative route takes 69 minutes, using Train line RVL, Train line NC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Plainfield and Elizabeth?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Plainfield in New York - New Jersey to Elizabeth in Elizabeth in 58 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Plainfield to Elizabeth?

    The 59 bus line goes from East 2nd St at Leland Ave station near Plainfield in New York - New Jersey to Newark H. Tubman Pk station near Elizabeth in Elizabeth.

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

    The total travel time between Plainfield and Elizabeth by bus is about 58 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the bus at the Newark H. Tubman Pk stop, which is closest to Elizabeth.

  • When is the first bus from Plainfield to Elizabeth?

    The first bus from Plainfield in New York - New Jersey to Elizabeth in Elizabeth is Plainfield - Newark. It leaves the East 2nd St at Leland Ave stop at 4:07 AM.

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