How to get from South Ferry/Terminal to Plainfield, NJ by subway and train?

From South Ferry/Terminal to Plainfield, NJ by subway and train

To get from South Ferry/Terminal to Plainfield, NJ you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 train lines: take the 1 subway from Whitehall St-South Ferry 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 32 min. The subway and train schedule from South Ferry/Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Plainfield, NJ on the Moovit app.

92min
Subway - 1
Train - ACELAACELA
Train - RARV
Walk to Plainfield, NJ
Leaves from Whitehall St-South Ferry

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    South Ferry/Terminal
  • 2
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Penn Station
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Washington
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    13 min
  • 6
    Train - RARVRARV
    Wait for train
    RARV
    #5415| Raritan
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Plainfield
    34 min
  • 8
    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 South Ferry/Terminal to Plainfield, NJ

The distance between South Ferry/Terminal and Plainfield, NJ is approximately 30.55 mi, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Ferry/Terminal 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 South Ferry/Terminal to Plainfield, NJ

To check the subway and train schedule from South Ferry/Terminal to Plainfield, NJ using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South Ferry/Terminal) 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 South Ferry/Terminal to Plainfield, NJ?

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Subway line 1, Train line ACELA, Train line RARV.

  • Is there a direct subway between South Ferry/Terminal 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 32 min.

  • Which subway line goes from South Ferry/Terminal to Plainfield, NJ?

    The 1 subway line goes from 34 St-Penn Station near South Ferry/Terminal in Manhattan to Newark Penn Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Newark Penn Station near Plainfield, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Ferry/Terminal to Plainfield, NJ by subway and train?

    The total travel time between South Ferry/Terminal and Plainfield, NJ by subway and train is about 1 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near South Ferry/Terminal to get to Plainfield, NJ?

    Get on the 1 subway from the 34 St-Penn Station near South Ferry/Terminal in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between South Ferry/Terminal and Plainfield, NJ?

    Get off the subway at the Newark Penn Station, which is closest to Plainfield, NJ.

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