How to get from Metuchen to Hillside by bus and train?

From Metuchen to Hillside by bus and train

To get from Metuchen to Hillside in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the NEC train from Metuchen station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 70 bus and finally take the 99 bus from Bergen St at Avon Ave/Avon Ave at Hunterdon St station to Hillside Ave at Boa Pl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Metuchen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hillside on the Moovit app.

71min
Walk to train station
Train - NEC
Bus - 7070
Bus - 9999
Leaves from Metuchen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Metuchen
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3714| Penn Station New York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side)
    ID 18835
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Livingston Mal Via Vauxhall
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bergen St at Avon Ave/Avon Ave at Hunterdon St
    ID 33441
    15 min
  • 7
    Bus - 9999
    Wait for bus
    99
    Clifton Ave Hillside
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Hillside Ave at Boa Pl
    Ride to bus station
    Hillside Ave at Boa Pl
    ID 28939
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Metuchen to Hillside

The distance between Metuchen, New York - New Jersey and Hillside, New York - New Jersey is approximately 22.6 mi, which can typically be travelled in 71 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Metuchen to Hillside 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 Metuchen to Hillside

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

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Train line NEC, Bus line 70, Bus line 99.

  • Is there a direct train between Metuchen and Hillside in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from Metuchen to Hillside in New York - New Jersey?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Metuchen to Hillside in New York - New Jersey by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Metuchen and Hillside in New York - New Jersey by train and bus is about 1 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Metuchen to get to Hillside in New York - New Jersey?

    Get on the NEC train from the Metuchen station near Metuchen in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Metuchen and Hillside in New York - New Jersey?

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

  • When is the first train from Metuchen to Hillside in New York - New Jersey?

    The first train from Metuchen to Hillside in New York - New Jersey is Northeast Corridor. It leaves the Metuchen station at 12:22 AM.

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