How to get from South Plainfield to Hackensack by bus and train?

From South Plainfield to Hackensack by bus and train

To get from South Plainfield to Hackensack in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: 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 76 bus from Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station to Hackensack Bus Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 10 min. The bus and train schedule from South Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hackensack on the Moovit app.

130min
Bus - 114114
Train - RVL
Bus - 7676
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
    X 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
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side)
    ID 18835
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 7676
    Wait for bus
    76
    Hackensack
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Hackensack Bus Terminal
    Ride to bus station
    Hackensack Bus Terminal
    ID 31669
    62 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From South Plainfield to Hackensack by bus

To get from South Plainfield to Hackensack in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 114 bus from W 7th St at Clinton Ave station to Port Authority Bus Terminal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 161 bus and finally take the 772 bus from Moonachie Rd at Moonachie Ave station to Hackensack Bus Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from South Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hackensack on the Moovit app.

138min
Bus - 114114
Bus - 161161
Bus - 772772
Walk to Hackensack
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
    X New York Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    81 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    ID 26229
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    Paterson
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moonachie Rd at Moonachie Ave
    ID 12718
    16 min
  • 7
    Bus - 772772
    Wait for bus
    772
    G Bergen Comm Coll Via Gotham Parkway
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hackensack Bus Terminal
    ID 12129
    16 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hackensack
    Walk to
    Hackensack
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Plainfield to Hackensack

The distance between South Plainfield, New York - New Jersey and Hackensack, New York - New Jersey is approximately 32.16 mi, which can typically be travelled in 130 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Plainfield to Hackensack 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 South Plainfield to Hackensack

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

To get from South Plainfield to Hackensack in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 114 bus from W 7th St at Clinton Ave station to Port Authority Bus Terminal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 161 bus and finally take the 772 bus from Moonachie Rd at Moonachie Ave station to Hackensack Bus Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from South Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hackensack on the Moovit app.

138min
Bus - 114114
Bus - 161161
Bus - 772772
Walk to Hackensack
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
    X New York Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    81 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    ID 26229
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    Paterson
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moonachie Rd at Moonachie Ave
    ID 12718
    16 min
  • 7
    Bus - 772772
    Wait for bus
    772
    G Bergen Comm Coll Via Gotham Parkway
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hackensack Bus Terminal
    ID 12129
    16 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hackensack
    Walk to
    Hackensack
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 130 minutes, using Bus line 114, Train line RVL, Bus line 76.

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

    The alternative route takes 138 minutes, using Bus line 114, Bus line 161, Bus line 772.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Plainfield and Hackensack in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 10 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Plainfield to Hackensack in New York - New Jersey?

    The 114 bus line goes from Watchung Ave at E 4th St station near South Plainfield to Plainfield station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Plainfield station near Hackensack in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Plainfield to Hackensack in New York - New Jersey by bus and train?

    The total travel time between South Plainfield and Hackensack in New York - New Jersey by bus and train is about 2 hr 10 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Plainfield to get to Hackensack in New York - New Jersey?

    Get on the 114 bus from the Watchung Ave at E 4th St stop near South Plainfield in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between South Plainfield and Hackensack in New York - New Jersey?

    Get off the bus at the Plainfield stop, which is closest to Hackensack in New York - New Jersey.

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