How to get from Plainview to Montclair by bus and train?

From Plainview to Montclair by bus and train

To get from Plainview to Montclair in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the N79 bus from Rex Pl / Old Country station to Hicksville Sta / Duffy station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RONKONKOMA BRANCH train and finally take the 195 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to Pompton Ave at Highland Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 59 min. The bus and train schedule from Plainview may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Montclair on the Moovit app.

179min
Walk to bus station
Bus - N79N79
Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
Bus - 195195
Walk to Montclair
Leaves from Rex Pl / Old Country

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rex Pl / Old Country
    ID 274
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - N79N79
    Wait for bus
    N79
    Hicksville
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hicksville Sta / Duffy
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hicksville
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
    Wait for train
    RONKONKOMA BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    42 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    ID 26229
    0.56 mi • 12 min
  • 8
    Bus - 195195
    Wait for bus
    195
    Cedar Grove Willowbrook
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pompton Ave at Highland Rd
    ID 17299
    45 min
  • 10
    Walk to Montclair
    Walk to
    Montclair
    2.17 mi • 44 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Plainview to Montclair

The distance between Plainview, New York - New Jersey and Montclair, New York - New Jersey is approximately 52.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 179 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Plainview to Montclair by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Plainview to Montclair

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Plainview to Montclair?

    The fastest way takes 179 minutes, using Bus line N79, Train line RONKONKOMA BRANCH, Bus line 195.

  • Is there a direct bus between Plainview and Montclair in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 59 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Plainview to Montclair in New York - New Jersey?

    The N79 bus line goes from Rex Pl / Old Country station near Plainview to Hicksville Sta / Duffy station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Hicksville Sta / Duffy station near Montclair in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Plainview to Montclair in New York - New Jersey by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Plainview and Montclair in New York - New Jersey by bus and train is about 2 hr 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Plainview to get to Montclair in New York - New Jersey?

    Get on the N79 bus from the Rex Pl / Old Country stop near Plainview in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Plainview and Montclair in New York - New Jersey?

    Get off the bus at the Hicksville Sta / Duffy stop, which is closest to Montclair in New York - New Jersey.

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