How to get from South Orange to New Brunswick by bus and train?

From South Orange to New Brunswick by bus and train

To get from South Orange to New Brunswick in New Brunswick, take the 31 bus from Sloan St at 2nd St station to Eastbound Market St under Bridge station. Next, take the NEC train from Newark Penn Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from South Orange may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to New Brunswick on the Moovit app.

81min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3131
Train - NEC
Leaves from Sloan St at 2nd St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sloan St at 2nd St
    ID 19338
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Nwk Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Eastbound Market St under Bridge
    ID 18733
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3713| Jersey Avenue
  • 6
    Ride to train station New Brunswick
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Orange to New Brunswick

The distance between South Orange and New Brunswick is approximately 28.11 mi, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Orange to New Brunswick by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New Brunswick – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from South Orange to New Brunswick

To check the bus and train schedule from South Orange to New Brunswick using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South Orange) and destination (New Brunswick), 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 South Orange to New Brunswick?

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 31, Train line NEC.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Orange and New Brunswick?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Orange to New Brunswick?

    The 31 bus line goes from Sloan St at 2nd St station near South Orange in South Orange Village to Eastbound Market St under Bridge station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Eastbound Market St under Bridge station near New Brunswick.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Orange to New Brunswick by bus and train?

    The total travel time between South Orange and New Brunswick by bus and train is about 1 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Orange to get to New Brunswick?

    Get on the 31 bus from the Sloan St at 2nd St stop near South Orange in South Orange Village.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between South Orange and New Brunswick?

    Get off the bus at the Eastbound Market St under Bridge station, which is closest to New Brunswick.

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