How to get from Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan by light rail and train?

Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan - Light Rail Schedule

The NLR light rail from Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5 min-3 hr 25 min. The trip takes about 44 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan by light rail and train

To get from Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey, take the NLR light rail from Washington Street Light Rail Station station to Penn Station Light Rail Departure station. Next, take the RED train from Newark Penn Station station to World Trade Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The light rail and train schedule from Rutgers University-Newark may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Manhattan on the Moovit app.

44min
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - NLRNLR
Train - RED
Walk to Manhattan
Leaves from Washington Street Light Rail Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Washington Street Light Rail Station
    ID 30769
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - NLRNLR
    Wait for light rail
    NLR
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Penn Station Light Rail Departure
    ID 30771
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    World Trade Center
    ID WTC
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Manhattan
    Walk to
    Manhattan
    350 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan

The distance between Rutgers University-Newark, New York - New Jersey and Manhattan, New York - New Jersey is approximately 9.75 mi, which can typically be traveled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan

To check the light rail and train schedule from Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rutgers University-Newark) and destination (Manhattan), 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 Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan?

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Light Rail line NLR, Train line RED.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Rutgers University-Newark and Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and one train line in total. The total traveling time is 44 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan?

    The NLR light rail line goes from Washington Street Light Rail Station near Rutgers University-Newark in Newark to Penn Station Light Rail Departure station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Penn Station Light Rail Departure station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan by light rail and train?

    The total travel time between Rutgers University-Newark in Newark and Manhattan in New York - New Jersey by light rail and train is about 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Rutgers University-Newark to get to Manhattan?

    Get on the NLR light rail from the Washington Street Light Rail Station near Rutgers University-Newark in Newark.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when traveling between Rutgers University-Newark and Manhattan?

    Get off the light rail at the Penn Station Light Rail Departure station, which is closest to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • When is the last train from Rutgers University-Newark to Manhattan?

    The last train from Rutgers University-Newark in Newark to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey is the Newark - World Trade Center line. It leaves the Newark Penn Station at 6:20 PM.

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