How to get from W 178 St/Broadway to Plainfield, NJ by subway and train?

W 178 St/Broadway to Plainfield, NJ - Subway Schedule

The A subway from W 178 St/Broadway to Plainfield, NJ usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 46 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From W 178 St/Broadway to Plainfield, NJ by subway and train

To get from W 178 St/Broadway to Plainfield, NJ you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 train lines: take the A subway from 175 St station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ACELA train and finally take the RARV train from Newark Penn Station station to Plainfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min. The subway and train schedule from W 178 St/Broadway may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Plainfield, NJ on the Moovit app.

106min
Walk to subway station
Subway - A
Train - ACELAACELA
Train - RARV
Walk to Plainfield, NJ
Leaves from 175 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    175 St
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Subway - A
    Wait for subway
    A
    Far Rockaway-Mott Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Penn Station
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Washington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    13 min
  • 7
    Train - RARVRARV
    Wait for train
    RARV
    #5415| Raritan
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Plainfield
    34 min
  • 9
    Walk to Plainfield, NJ
    Walk to
    Plainfield, NJ
    0.79 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from W 178 St/Broadway to Plainfield, NJ

The distance between W 178 St/Broadway and Plainfield, NJ is approximately 34.44 mi, which can typically be travelled in 106 min. Moovit will show you the directions from W 178 St/Broadway to Plainfield, NJ by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Plainfield – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from W 178 St/Broadway to Plainfield, NJ

To check the subway and train schedule from W 178 St/Broadway to Plainfield, NJ using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (W 178 St/Broadway) and destination (Plainfield, NJ), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway 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 subway and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from W 178 St/Broadway to Plainfield, NJ?

    The fastest way takes 106 minutes, using Subway line A, Train line ACELA, Train line RARV.

  • Is there a direct subway between W 178 St/Broadway and Plainfield, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 46 min.

  • Which subway line goes from W 178 St/Broadway to Plainfield, NJ?

    The A subway line goes from 175 St station near W 178 St/Broadway in Manhattan to 34 St-Penn Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till 34 St-Penn Station near Plainfield, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from W 178 St/Broadway to Plainfield, NJ by subway and train?

    The total travel time between W 178 St/Broadway and Plainfield, NJ by subway and train is about 1 hr 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near W 178 St/Broadway to get to Plainfield, NJ?

    Get on the A subway from the 175 St station near W 178 St/Broadway in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between W 178 St/Broadway and Plainfield, NJ?

    Get off the subway at the 34 St-Penn Station, which is closest to Plainfield, NJ.

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