How to get from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ by train?

From Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ by train

To get from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the PVL train from Hackensack - Essex station to Secaucus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NC train and finally take the RVL train from Newark Penn Station station to Plainfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The train schedule from Hackensack Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Plainfield, NJ on the Moovit app.

109min
Walk to train station
Train - PVL
Train - NC
Train - RVL
Walk to Plainfield, NJ
Leaves from Hackensack - Essex

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hackensack - Essex
    0.76 mi • 16 min
  • 2
    Train - PVLPVL
    Wait for train
    PVL
    #1618| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    17 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3915| Trenton Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    9 min
  • 6
    Train - RVLRVL
    Wait for train
    RVL
    #5415| Raritan
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Plainfield
    35 min
  • 8
    Walk to Plainfield, NJ
    Walk to
    Plainfield, NJ
    0.79 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ by train via PVL, NJCL and RVL

To get from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the PVL train from Hackensack - Essex station to Secaucus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NJCL train and finally take the RVL train from Newark Penn Station station to Plainfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The train schedule from Hackensack Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Plainfield, NJ on the Moovit app.

109min
Walk to train station
Train - PVL
Train - NJCL
Train - RVL
Walk to Plainfield, NJ
Leaves from Hackensack - Essex

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hackensack - Essex
    0.76 mi • 16 min
  • 2
    Train - PVLPVL
    Wait for train
    PVL
    #1618| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    17 min
  • 4
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3227| Long Branch
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    9 min
  • 6
    Train - RVLRVL
    Wait for train
    RVL
    #5415| Raritan
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Plainfield
    35 min
  • 8
    Walk to Plainfield, NJ
    Walk to
    Plainfield, NJ
    0.79 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ

The distance between Hackensack Bus Terminal and Plainfield, NJ is approximately 32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 109 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Plainfield – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ

To check the train schedule from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Hackensack Bus Terminal) and destination (Plainfield, NJ), 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 Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ by train via PVL, NJCL and RVL

To get from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the PVL train from Hackensack - Essex station to Secaucus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NJCL train and finally take the RVL train from Newark Penn Station station to Plainfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The train schedule from Hackensack Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Plainfield, NJ on the Moovit app.

109min
Walk to train station
Train - PVL
Train - NJCL
Train - RVL
Walk to Plainfield, NJ
Leaves from Hackensack - Essex

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hackensack - Essex
    0.76 mi • 16 min
  • 2
    Train - PVLPVL
    Wait for train
    PVL
    #1618| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    17 min
  • 4
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3227| Long Branch
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    9 min
  • 6
    Train - RVLRVL
    Wait for train
    RVL
    #5415| Raritan
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Plainfield
    35 min
  • 8
    Walk to Plainfield, NJ
    Walk to
    Plainfield, NJ
    0.79 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ?

    The fastest way takes 109 minutes, using Train line PVL, Train line NC, Train line RVL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ?

    The alternative route takes 109 minutes, using Train line PVL, Train line NJCL, Train line RVL.

  • Is there a direct train between Hackensack Bus Terminal and Plainfield, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ?

    The PVL train line goes from Hackensack - Essex station near Hackensack Bus Terminal in Hackensack to #1618| Hoboken station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till #1618| Hoboken station near Plainfield, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hackensack Bus Terminal to Plainfield, NJ by train?

    The total travel time between Hackensack Bus Terminal and Plainfield, NJ by train is about 1 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Hackensack Bus Terminal to get to Plainfield, NJ?

    Get on the PVL train from the Hackensack - Essex station near Hackensack Bus Terminal in Hackensack.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Hackensack Bus Terminal and Plainfield, NJ?

    Get off the train at the #1618| Hoboken station, which is closest to Plainfield, NJ.

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