How to get from East Rutherford to Hackettstown by train?

From East Rutherford to Hackettstown by train

To get from East Rutherford to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MCL train from Rutherford station to Secaucus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ML train and finally take the MEL train from Newark Broad St station to Hackettstown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 41 min. The train schedule from East Rutherford may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Hackettstown on the Moovit app.

161min
Walk to train station
Train - MCL
Train - ML
Train - MEL
Leaves from Rutherford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rutherford
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1158| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    11 min
  • 4
    Train - MLML
    Wait for train
    ML
    #6227| MSU
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Broad St
    9 min
  • 6
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #0851| Hackettstown
  • 7
    Ride to train station Hackettstown
    Ride to train station
    Hackettstown
    117 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from East Rutherford to Hackettstown by train via MCL and MEL

To get from East Rutherford to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey, take the MCL train from Rutherford station to Hoboken Terminal station. Next, take the MEL train from Hoboken Terminal station to Hackettstown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 22 min. The train schedule from East Rutherford may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Hackettstown on the Moovit app.

202min
Walk to train station
Train - MCL
Train - MEL
Leaves from Rutherford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rutherford
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1254| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hoboken Terminal
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #0851| Hackettstown
  • 5
    Ride to train station Hackettstown
    Ride to train station
    Hackettstown
    135 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from East Rutherford to Hackettstown

The distance between East Rutherford, New York - New Jersey and Hackettstown, New York - New Jersey is approximately 62.93 mi, which can typically be travelled in 161 min. Moovit will show you the directions from East Rutherford to Hackettstown by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from East Rutherford to Hackettstown

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

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Alternative route from East Rutherford to Hackettstown by train via MCL and MEL

To get from East Rutherford to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey, take the MCL train from Rutherford station to Hoboken Terminal station. Next, take the MEL train from Hoboken Terminal station to Hackettstown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 22 min. The train schedule from East Rutherford may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Hackettstown on the Moovit app.

202min
Walk to train station
Train - MCL
Train - MEL
Leaves from Rutherford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rutherford
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1254| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hoboken Terminal
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #0851| Hackettstown
  • 5
    Ride to train station Hackettstown
    Ride to train station
    Hackettstown
    135 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from East Rutherford to Hackettstown?

    The fastest way takes 161 minutes, using Train line MCL, Train line ML, Train line MEL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from East Rutherford to Hackettstown?

    The alternative route takes 202 minutes, using Train line MCL, Train line MEL.

  • Is there a direct train between East Rutherford and Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 41 min.

  • Which train line goes from East Rutherford to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey?

    The MCL train line goes from Rutherford station near East Rutherford to #1158| Hoboken station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till #1158| Hoboken station near Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from East Rutherford to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey by train?

    The total travel time between East Rutherford and Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey by train is about 2 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near East Rutherford to get to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey?

    Get on the MCL train from the Rutherford station near East Rutherford in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between East Rutherford and Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey?

    Get off the train at the #1158| Hoboken station, which is closest to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey.

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