How to get from Meriden to Plainfield, NJ by bus and train?

From Meriden to Plainfield, NJ by bus and train

To get from Meriden to Plainfield, NJ you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 950 bus from State St & Rr Station station to Union Ave & Cinque Grn 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 4 hr 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Meriden may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Plainfield, NJ on the Moovit app.

251min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 950950
Train - ACELAACELA
Train - RARV
Walk to Plainfield, NJ
Leaves from State St & Rr Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    State St & Rr Station
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 950950
    Wait for bus
    950
    950 - Meriden-New Haven Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Ave & Cinque Grn
    ID UNICINS
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    New Haven
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Washington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    121 min
  • 7
    Train - RARVRARV
    Wait for train
    RARV
    #5421| 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 Meriden to Plainfield, NJ

The distance between Meriden and Plainfield, NJ is approximately 124.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 251 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Meriden to Plainfield, NJ by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Plainfield – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Meriden to Plainfield, NJ

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

    The fastest way takes 251 minutes, using Bus line 950, Train line ACELA, Train line RARV.

  • Is there a direct bus between Meriden and Plainfield, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 11 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Meriden to Plainfield, NJ?

    The 950 bus line goes from State St & Rr Station near Meriden in Meriden to Union Ave & Cinque Grn station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Union Ave & Cinque Grn station near Plainfield, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from Meriden to Plainfield, NJ by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Meriden and Plainfield, NJ by bus and train is about 4 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Meriden to get to Plainfield, NJ?

    Get on the 950 bus from the State St & Rr Station near Meriden in Meriden.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Meriden and Plainfield, NJ?

    Get off the bus at the Union Ave & Cinque Grn station, which is closest to Plainfield, NJ.

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