How to get from Stratford to Metuchen, NJ by train?

From Stratford to Metuchen, NJ by train

To get from Stratford to Metuchen, NJ you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the 3 train from Stratford station to Stamford station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train and finally take the NC train from Metropark Amtrak Station station to Metuchen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min. The train schedule from Stratford may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Metuchen, NJ on the Moovit app.

171min
Train - 3
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Train - NC
Leaves from Stratford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Stratford
  • 2
    Train - 33
    Wait for train
    3
    1541#| Grand Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stamford
    46 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Norfolk
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Metropark Amtrak Station
    95 min
  • 6
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3835| Trenton Transit Center
  • 7
    Ride to train station Metuchen
    Ride to train station
    Metuchen
    4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Stratford to Metuchen, NJ by subway and train

To get from Stratford to Metuchen, NJ you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the 3 train from Stratford station to Grand Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S subway and finally take the NC train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Metuchen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 10 min. The train schedule from Stratford may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Metuchen, NJ on the Moovit app.

190min
Train - 3
Subway - S
Train - NC
Leaves from Stratford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Stratford
  • 2
    Train - 33
    Wait for train
    3
    1539#| Grand Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Grand Central
    93 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - S
    Wait for subway
    S
    Times Sq-42 St
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    2 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    510 yd • 6 min
  • 8
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3835| Trenton Transit Center
  • 9
    Ride to train station Metuchen
    Ride to train station
    Metuchen
    51 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Stratford to Metuchen, NJ

The distance between Stratford and Metuchen, NJ is approximately 89.02 mi, which can typically be travelled in 171 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Stratford to Metuchen, NJ by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Metuchen – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Stratford to Metuchen, NJ

To check the train schedule from Stratford to Metuchen, NJ using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Stratford) and destination (Metuchen, NJ), 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 Stratford to Metuchen, NJ by subway and train

To get from Stratford to Metuchen, NJ you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the 3 train from Stratford station to Grand Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S subway and finally take the NC train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Metuchen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 10 min. The train schedule from Stratford may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Metuchen, NJ on the Moovit app.

190min
Train - 3
Subway - S
Train - NC
Leaves from Stratford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Stratford
  • 2
    Train - 33
    Wait for train
    3
    1539#| Grand Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Grand Central
    93 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - S
    Wait for subway
    S
    Times Sq-42 St
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    2 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    510 yd • 6 min
  • 8
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3835| Trenton Transit Center
  • 9
    Ride to train station Metuchen
    Ride to train station
    Metuchen
    51 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Stratford to Metuchen, NJ?

    The fastest way takes 171 minutes, using Train line 3, Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Train line NC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Stratford to Metuchen, NJ?

    The alternative route takes 190 minutes, using Train line 3, Subway line S, Train line NC.

  • Is there a direct train between Stratford and Metuchen, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 51 min.

  • Which train line goes from Stratford to Metuchen, NJ?

    The 3 train line goes from Stamford station near Stratford in Stratford to Metropark Amtrak Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Metropark Amtrak Station station near Metuchen, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from Stratford to Metuchen, NJ by train?

    The total travel time between Stratford and Metuchen, NJ by train is about 2 hr 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Stratford to get to Metuchen, NJ?

    Get on the 3 train from the Stamford station near Stratford in Stratford.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Stratford and Metuchen, NJ?

    Get off the train at the Metropark Amtrak Station station, which is closest to Metuchen, NJ.

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