How to get from New Brunswick to Manhattan by train?

From New Brunswick to Manhattan by train

To get from New Brunswick to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey, take the NC train from New Brunswick station to Newark Penn Station 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 1 hr 12 min. The train schedule from New Brunswick may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Manhattan on the Moovit app.

72min
Train - NC
Train - RED
Walk to Manhattan
Leaves from New Brunswick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    New Brunswick
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3714| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    World Trade Center
    ID WTC
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to Manhattan
    Walk to
    Manhattan
    350 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From New Brunswick to Manhattan by subway and train

To get from New Brunswick to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey, take the NC train from New Brunswick station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the 3 subway from 34 St-Penn Station station to Park Place station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The train schedule from New Brunswick may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Manhattan on the Moovit app.

77min
Train - NC
Subway - 3
Walk to Manhattan
Leaves from New Brunswick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    New Brunswick
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3714| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    58 min
  • 4
    Subway - 3
    Wait for subway
    3
    New Lots Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Place
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to Manhattan
    Walk to
    Manhattan
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from New Brunswick to Manhattan

The distance between New Brunswick, New York - New Jersey and Manhattan, New York - New Jersey is approximately 31.52 mi, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from New Brunswick to Manhattan by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from New Brunswick to Manhattan

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

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From New Brunswick to Manhattan by subway and train

To get from New Brunswick to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey, take the NC train from New Brunswick station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the 3 subway from 34 St-Penn Station station to Park Place station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The train schedule from New Brunswick may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Manhattan on the Moovit app.

77min
Train - NC
Subway - 3
Walk to Manhattan
Leaves from New Brunswick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    New Brunswick
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3714| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    58 min
  • 4
    Subway - 3
    Wait for subway
    3
    New Lots Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Place
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to Manhattan
    Walk to
    Manhattan
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from New Brunswick to Manhattan?

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Train line NC, Train line RED.

  • What is the alternative route to get from New Brunswick to Manhattan?

    The alternative route takes 77 minutes, using Train line NC, Subway line 3.

  • Is there a direct train between New Brunswick and Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which train line goes from New Brunswick to Manhattan?

    The NC train line goes from #3714| New York Penn Station station near New Brunswick in New Brunswick to Newark Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Newark Penn Station station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from New Brunswick to Manhattan by train?

    The total travel time between New Brunswick in New Brunswick and Manhattan in New York - New Jersey by train is about 1 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near New Brunswick to get to Manhattan?

    Get on the NC train from the #3714| New York Penn Station station near New Brunswick in New Brunswick.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between New Brunswick and Manhattan?

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

  • When is the last bus from New Brunswick to Manhattan?

    The last bus from New Brunswick in New Brunswick to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey is the 600 - Wall Street line. It leaves the Albany St & Spring St stop at 2:00 AM.

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