How to get from Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ by train?

From Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ by train

To get from Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ in Metuchen, take the HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from Hempstead station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the NC train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Metuchen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 47 min. The train schedule from Hempstead Bus Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Metuchen, NJ on the Moovit app.

107min
Walk to train station
Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
Train - NC
Leaves from Hempstead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hempstead
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Wait for train
    HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    51 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3833| Trenton Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station Metuchen
    Ride to train station
    Metuchen
    48 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ by bus and train

To get from Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the N31 bus from Hempstead Transit Center station to Broadway & Sunrise Hwy. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LONG BEACH BRANCH train and finally take the NC train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Metuchen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 19 min. The train schedule from Hempstead Bus Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Metuchen, NJ on the Moovit app.

139min
Walk to bus station
Bus - N31N31
Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
Train - NC
Leaves from Hempstead Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hempstead Transit Center
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - N31N31
    Wait for bus
    N31
    Far Rockaway
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway & Sunrise Hwy.
    ID 5135
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lynbrook
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Wait for train
    LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    34 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3831| Trenton Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to train station Metuchen
    Ride to train station
    Metuchen
    50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ

The distance between Hempstead Bus Station and Metuchen, NJ is approximately 49.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 107 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hempstead Bus Station 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 Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ

To check the train schedule from Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Hempstead Bus Station) 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 Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ by bus and train

To get from Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the N31 bus from Hempstead Transit Center station to Broadway & Sunrise Hwy. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LONG BEACH BRANCH train and finally take the NC train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Metuchen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 19 min. The train schedule from Hempstead Bus Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Metuchen, NJ on the Moovit app.

139min
Walk to bus station
Bus - N31N31
Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
Train - NC
Leaves from Hempstead Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hempstead Transit Center
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - N31N31
    Wait for bus
    N31
    Far Rockaway
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway & Sunrise Hwy.
    ID 5135
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lynbrook
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Wait for train
    LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    34 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3831| Trenton Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to train station Metuchen
    Ride to train station
    Metuchen
    50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ?

    The fastest way takes 107 minutes, using Train line HEMPSTEAD BRANCH, Train line NC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ?

    The alternative route takes 139 minutes, using Bus line N31, Train line LONG BEACH BRANCH, Train line NC.

  • Is there a direct train between Hempstead Bus Station and Metuchen, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 47 min.

  • Which train line goes from Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ?

    The HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train line goes from Hempstead station near Hempstead Bus Station in Hempstead to Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Penn Station station near Metuchen, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hempstead Bus Station to Metuchen, NJ by train?

    The total travel time between Hempstead Bus Station and Metuchen, NJ by train is about 1 hr 47 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Hempstead Bus Station to get to Metuchen, NJ?

    Get on the HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from the Hempstead station near Hempstead Bus Station in Hempstead.

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

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

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