How to get from New York Penn Station to Madison Station (NJ Transit) by light rail and train?

New York Penn Station to Madison Station (NJ Transit) - Train Schedule

The NORTHEAST REGIONAL train from New York Penn Station to Madison Station (NJ Transit) runs from 5:35 AM to 8:01 PM, with departures every 10 min-2 hr 40 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 15 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From New York Penn Station to Madison Station (NJ Transit) by light rail and train

To get from New York Penn Station to Madison Station (NJ Transit) you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NLR light rail and finally take the MNE train from Newark Broad St station to Madison station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The light rail and train schedule from New York Penn Station may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Madison Station (NJ Transit) on the Moovit app.

75min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Light Rail - NLRNLR
Train - MNE
Leaves from 34 St-Penn Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Washington
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Penn Station Light Rail Arrival
    ID 31061
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - NLRNLR
    Wait for light rail
    NLR
    Broad St Station
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Broad Street Light Rail Station
    ID 30775
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newark Broad St
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Train - MNEMNE
    Wait for train
    MNE
    #6615| Dover
  • 9
    Ride to train station Madison
    Ride to train station
    Madison
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from New York Penn Station to Madison Station (NJ Transit)

The distance between New York Penn Station and Madison Station (NJ Transit) is approximately 29.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 75 min. Moovit will show you the directions from New York Penn Station to Madison Station (NJ Transit) by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Madison – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from New York Penn Station to Madison Station (NJ Transit)

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from New York Penn Station to Madison Station (NJ Transit)?

    The fastest way takes 75 minutes, using Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Light Rail line NLR, Train line MNE.

  • Is there a direct train between New York Penn Station and Madison Station (NJ Transit)?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from New York Penn Station to Madison Station (NJ Transit)?

    The NORTHEAST REGIONAL train line goes from 34 St-Penn Station near New York Penn Station in Manhattan to Newark Penn Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line till Newark Penn Station near Madison Station (NJ Transit).

  • How long does it take to travel from New York Penn Station to Madison Station (NJ Transit) by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between New York Penn Station and Madison Station (NJ Transit) by train and light rail is about 1 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near New York Penn Station to get to Madison Station (NJ Transit)?

    Get on the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train from the 34 St-Penn Station near New York Penn Station in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between New York Penn Station and Madison Station (NJ Transit)?

    Get off the train at the Newark Penn Station, which is closest to Madison Station (NJ Transit).

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