How to get from Rutgers University to Plainfield by bus and train?

From Rutgers University to Plainfield by bus and train

To get from Rutgers University to Plainfield in New York - New Jersey, take the NEC train from New Brunswick station to Metuchen station. Next, take the 819 bus from Pennsylvania Ave at Metuchen Rail Sta station to Watchung Ave at E 4th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min. The bus and train schedule from Rutgers University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Plainfield on the Moovit app.

68min
Walk to train station
Train - NEC
Bus - 819819
Walk to Plainfield
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
    #3720| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Metuchen
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pennsylvania Ave at Metuchen Rail Sta
    ID 23338
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 819819
    Wait for bus
    819
    Piscataway
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watchung Ave at E 4th St
    ID 29352
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Plainfield
    Walk to
    Plainfield
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rutgers University to Plainfield

The distance between Rutgers University, New York - New Jersey and Plainfield, New York - New Jersey is approximately 16.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rutgers University to Plainfield 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 Rutgers University to Plainfield

To check the bus and train schedule from Rutgers University to Plainfield using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rutgers University) and destination (Plainfield), 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 Rutgers University to Plainfield?

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Train line NEC, Bus line 819.

  • Is there a direct train between Rutgers University and Plainfield?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rutgers University to Plainfield?

    The NEC train line goes from New Brunswick station near Rutgers University in New Brunswick to Metuchen station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Metuchen station near Plainfield in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rutgers University to Plainfield by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Rutgers University in New Brunswick and Plainfield in New York - New Jersey by train and bus is about 1 hr 8 min.

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

    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 Plainfield?

    Get off the train at the Metuchen stop, which is closest to Plainfield in New York - New Jersey.

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