How to get from Hoboken to Perth Amboy by train?

From Hoboken to Perth Amboy by train

To get from Hoboken to Perth Amboy you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MCL train from Hoboken Terminal station to Secaucus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NC train and finally take the NJCL train from Newark Penn Station station to Perth Amboy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The train schedule from Hoboken may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Perth Amboy on the Moovit app.

72min
Train - MCL
Train - NC
Train - NJCL
Leaves from Hoboken Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Hoboken
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1109| Suffern
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    11 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3713| Jersey Ave.
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    12 min
  • 6
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3227| Long Branch
  • 7
    Ride to train station Perth Amboy
    Ride to train station
    Perth Amboy
    34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Hoboken to Perth Amboy by train via GRE, RED and NJCL

To get from Hoboken to Perth Amboy you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the GRE train from Hoboken station to Exchange Place station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED train and finally take the NJCL train from Newark Penn Station station to Perth Amboy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The train schedule from Hoboken may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Perth Amboy on the Moovit app.

77min
Train - GRE
Train - RED
Train - NJCL
Leaves from Hoboken

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Hoboken
  • 2
    Train - GRE
    Wait for train
    GRE
    Hoboken - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exchange Place
    ID EXC
    7 min
  • 4
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark
    21 min
  • 6
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3227| Long Branch
  • 7
    Ride to train station Perth Amboy
    Ride to train station
    Perth Amboy
    34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Hoboken to Perth Amboy

The distance between Hoboken and Perth Amboy is approximately 26.47 mi, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hoboken to Perth Amboy by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Perth Amboy – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Hoboken to Perth Amboy

To check the train schedule from Hoboken to Perth Amboy using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Hoboken) and destination (Perth Amboy), 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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Alternative route from Hoboken to Perth Amboy by train via GRE, RED and NJCL

To get from Hoboken to Perth Amboy you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the GRE train from Hoboken station to Exchange Place station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED train and finally take the NJCL train from Newark Penn Station station to Perth Amboy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The train schedule from Hoboken may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Perth Amboy on the Moovit app.

77min
Train - GRE
Train - RED
Train - NJCL
Leaves from Hoboken

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Hoboken
  • 2
    Train - GRE
    Wait for train
    GRE
    Hoboken - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exchange Place
    ID EXC
    7 min
  • 4
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark
    21 min
  • 6
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3227| Long Branch
  • 7
    Ride to train station Perth Amboy
    Ride to train station
    Perth Amboy
    34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Hoboken to Perth Amboy?

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Train line MCL, Train line NC, Train line NJCL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Hoboken to Perth Amboy?

    The alternative route takes 77 minutes, using Train line GRE, Train line RED, Train line NJCL.

  • Is there a direct train between Hoboken and Perth Amboy?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which train line goes from Hoboken to Perth Amboy?

    The MCL train line goes from #1109| Suffern station near Hoboken in New York - New Jersey to Secaucus station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Secaucus station near Perth Amboy.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hoboken to Perth Amboy by train?

    The total travel time between Hoboken and Perth Amboy by train is about 1 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Hoboken to get to Perth Amboy?

    Get on the MCL train from the #1109| Suffern station near Hoboken in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Hoboken and Perth Amboy?

    Get off the train at the Secaucus station, which is closest to Perth Amboy.

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