How to get from Rutgers University to Garfield by bus and train?

From Rutgers University to Garfield by bus and train

To get from Rutgers University to Garfield in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the NEC train from New Brunswick station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 76 bus and finally take the 160 bus from Paterson Ave at Hackensack St station to Passaic St at Cambridge Ave# station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The bus and train schedule from Rutgers University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Garfield on the Moovit app.

124min
Walk to train station
Train - NEC
Bus - 7676
Bus - 160160
Leaves from New Brunswick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    New Brunswick
    0.73 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3720| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side)
    ID 18835
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7676
    Wait for bus
    76
    Hackensack
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hackensack St 130'N Of Paterson Ave
    ID 32095
    44 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Paterson Ave at Hackensack St
    ID 11329
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 160160
    Wait for bus
    160
    Elmwood Park Via Meadowlands & Union City
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Passaic St at Cambridge Ave#
    Ride to bus station
    Passaic St at Cambridge Ave#
    ID 11995
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rutgers University to Garfield

The distance between Rutgers University, New York - New Jersey and Garfield, New York - New Jersey is approximately 36.46 mi, which can typically be traveled in 124 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rutgers University to Garfield by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Rutgers University to Garfield

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

    The fastest way takes 124 minutes, using Train line NEC, Bus line 76, Bus line 160.

  • Is there a direct train between Rutgers University and Garfield?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total traveling time is 2 hr 4 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rutgers University to Garfield?

    The NEC train line goes from New Brunswick station near Rutgers University in New Brunswick to Newark Penn Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Newark Penn Station near Garfield in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rutgers University to Garfield by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Rutgers University in New Brunswick and Garfield in New York - New Jersey by train and bus is about 2 hr 4 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Rutgers University to get to Garfield?

    Get on the NEC train from the New Brunswick station near Rutgers University in New Brunswick.

  • Where do I get off the train when traveling between Rutgers University and Garfield?

    Get off the train at the Newark Penn Station, which is closest to Garfield in New York - New Jersey.

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