How to get from Rutgers University to Montclair State University by bus, light rail and train?

Rutgers University to Montclair State University - Train Schedule

The NEC train from Rutgers University to Montclair State University usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 10 min-2 hr 55 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 56 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Rutgers University to Montclair State University by bus, light rail and train

To get from Rutgers University to Montclair State University you’ll need to take one train line, one light rail line and one bus line: take the NEC train from New Brunswick station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NLR light rail and finally take the 28 bus from Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station station to Normal Ave at Valley Rd# station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min. The bus, light rail and train schedule from Rutgers University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, light rail and train schedule to Montclair State University on the Moovit app.

116min
Walk to train station
Train - NEC
Light Rail - NLRNLR
Bus - 2828
Walk to Montclair State University
Leaves from New Brunswick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    New Brunswick
    0.73 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3830| Penn Station New York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Penn Station Light Rail Departure
    ID 30771
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - NLRNLR
    Wait for light rail
    NLR
    Grove Street
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station
    ID 30764
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station
    ID 18299
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Montclair State U
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Normal Ave at Valley Rd#
    ID 18205
    37 min
  • 10
    Walk to Montclair State University
    Walk to
    Montclair State University
    630 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rutgers University to Montclair State University

The distance between Rutgers University and Montclair State University is approximately 34.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 116 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rutgers University to Montclair State University by bus, light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Montclair – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus, Light Rail And Train schedule from Rutgers University to Montclair State University

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rutgers University to Montclair State University?

    The fastest way takes 116 minutes, using Train line NEC, Light Rail line NLR, Bus line 28.

  • Is there a direct train between Rutgers University and Montclair State University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line, one light rail line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 56 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rutgers University to Montclair State University?

    The NEC train line goes from New Brunswick station near Rutgers University in New Brunswick to Newark Penn Station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line and one bus line till Newark Penn Station near Montclair State University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rutgers University to Montclair State University by train, light rail and bus?

    The total travel time between Rutgers University and Montclair State University by train, light rail and bus is about 1 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Rutgers University to get to Montclair State University?

    Get on the NEC train from the New Brunswick station near Rutgers University in New Brunswick.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Rutgers University and Montclair State University?

    Get off the train at the Newark Penn Station, which is closest to Montclair State University.

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