How to get from Scotch Plains to Journal Square by bus and train?

Scotch Plains to Journal Square - Bus Schedule

The 65 bus from Scotch Plains to Journal Square runs from 6:00 AM to 5:40 PM, with departures every 40 min-6 hr 40 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 21 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Scotch Plains to Journal Square by bus and train

To get from Scotch Plains to Journal Square in Jersey City, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 65 bus from Mountain Ave at Roberts Ln station to Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED train and finally take the 87 bus from Journal Square Transportation Center station to Fairmount Ave at Bergen Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Scotch Plains may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Journal Square on the Moovit app.

81min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 6565
Train - RED
Bus - 8787
Walk to Journal Square
Leaves from Mountain Ave at Roberts Ln

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mountain Ave at Roberts Ln
    ID 29553
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6565
    Wait for bus
    65
    Express Newark Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side)
    ID 18835
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Journal Square Transportation Center
    ID 31731
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 8787
    Wait for bus
    87
    Gates Ave Via Journal Sq
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fairmount Ave at Bergen Ave
    ID 20709
    7 min
  • 10
    Walk to Journal Square
    Walk to
    Journal Square
    47 Duncan Ave
    350 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Scotch Plains to Journal Square

The distance between Scotch Plains, Jersey City and Journal Square, Jersey City is approximately 20.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Scotch Plains to Journal Square by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Jersey City – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Scotch Plains to Journal Square

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

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 65, Train line RED, Bus line 87.

  • Is there a direct bus between Scotch Plains and Journal Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Scotch Plains to Journal Square?

    The 65 bus line goes from Mountain Ave at Roberts Ln station near Scotch Plains in New York - New Jersey to Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station near Journal Square in Jersey City.

  • How long does it take to travel from Scotch Plains to Journal Square by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Scotch Plains in New York - New Jersey and Journal Square in Jersey City by bus and train is about 1 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Scotch Plains to get to Journal Square?

    Get on the 65 bus from the Mountain Ave at Roberts Ln stop near Scotch Plains in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Scotch Plains and Journal Square?

    Get off the bus at the Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) stop, which is closest to Journal Square in Jersey City.

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