How to get from Newark to Metuchen Station by light rail and train?

Newark to Metuchen Station - Light Rail Schedule

The NLR light rail from Newark to Metuchen Station usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5 min-3 hr 25 min. The trip takes about 54 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Newark to Metuchen Station by light rail and train

To get from Newark to Metuchen Station in Metuchen, take the NLR light rail from Davenport Avenue Light Rail Station station to Penn Station Light Rail Departure station. Next, take the NEC train from Newark Penn Station station to Metuchen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The light rail and train schedule from Newark may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Metuchen Station on the Moovit app.

54min
Light Rail - NLRNLR
Train - NEC
Leaves from Davenport Avenue Light Rail Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from light rail station
    Start from light rail station
    Newark
  • 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
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3825| Trenton Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to train station Metuchen
    Ride to train station
    Metuchen
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Newark to Metuchen Station

The distance between Newark and Metuchen Station is approximately 20.69 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newark to Metuchen Station by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Metuchen – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Newark to Metuchen Station

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

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Light Rail line NLR, Train line NEC.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Newark and Metuchen Station?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Newark to Metuchen Station?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Newark to Metuchen Station by light rail and train?

    The total travel time between Newark and Metuchen Station by light rail and train is about 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Newark to get to Metuchen Station?

    Get on the NLR light rail from the Penn Station Light Rail Departure station near Newark in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Newark and Metuchen Station?

    Get off the light rail at the Newark Penn Station, which is closest to Metuchen Station.

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