How to get from Cranford to Journal Square Station by bus and train?

Cranford to Journal Square Station - Bus Schedule

The 56 bus from Cranford to Journal Square Station runs from 5:26 AM to 8:41 PM, with departures every 1 hr 25 min-1 hr 40 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 51 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Cranford to Journal Square Station by bus and train

To get from Cranford to Journal Square Station in Jersey City, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 56 bus from Raritan Rd at Bradbury Ave station to Wood Ave at Railroad Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NJCL train and finally take the RED train from Newark Penn Station station to Journal Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 51 min. The bus and train schedule from Cranford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Journal Square Station on the Moovit app.

111min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5656
Train - NJCL
Train - RED
Walk to Journal Square Station
Leaves from Raritan Rd at Bradbury Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Raritan Rd at Bradbury Ave
    ID 29051
    1.02 mi • 21 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5656
    Wait for bus
    56
    Elizabeth Broad & Jersey
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wood Ave at Railroad Station
    ID 29114
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Linden
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3228| New York Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    20 min
  • 7
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    13 min
  • 9
    Walk to Journal Square Station
    Walk to
    Journal Square Station
    410 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cranford to Journal Square Station

The distance between Cranford, Jersey City and Journal Square Station, Jersey City is approximately 17.84 mi, which can typically be travelled in 111 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cranford to Journal Square Station 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 Cranford to Journal Square Station

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

    The fastest way takes 111 minutes, using Bus line 56, Train line NJCL, Train line RED.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cranford and Journal Square Station?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 51 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cranford to Journal Square Station?

    The 56 bus line goes from Raritan Rd at Bradbury Ave station near Cranford in New York - New Jersey to Wood Ave at Railroad Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Wood Ave at Railroad Station near Journal Square Station in Jersey City.

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

    The total travel time between Cranford in New York - New Jersey and Journal Square Station in Jersey City by bus and train is about 1 hr 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Cranford to get to Journal Square Station?

    Get on the 56 bus from the Raritan Rd at Bradbury Ave stop near Cranford in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Cranford and Journal Square Station?

    Get off the bus at the Wood Ave at Railroad Station, which is closest to Journal Square Station in Jersey City.

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