How to get from Merrick Rd / Central to Plainfield, NJ by bus and train?

From Merrick Rd / Central to Plainfield, NJ by bus and train

To get from Merrick Rd / Central to Plainfield, NJ you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH train from Valley Stream station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NEC train and finally take the 819 bus from Pennsylvania Ave at Metuchen Rail Sta station to Park Ave at Martine Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Merrick Rd / Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Plainfield, NJ on the Moovit app.

147min
Walk to train station
Train - FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH
Train - NEC
Bus - 819819
Walk to Plainfield, NJ
Leaves from Valley Stream

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Valley Stream
    0.54 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Train - FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH
    Wait for train
    FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3831| Trenton Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Metuchen
    45 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pennsylvania Ave at Metuchen Rail Sta
    ID 23338
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 819819
    Wait for bus
    819
    Piscataway
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Park Ave at Martine Ave
    ID 29258
    29 min
  • 9
    Walk to Plainfield, NJ
    Walk to
    Plainfield, NJ
    560 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Merrick Rd / Central to Plainfield, NJ

The distance between Merrick Rd / Central and Plainfield, NJ is approximately 55.02 mi, which can typically be travelled in 147 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merrick Rd / Central 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 Merrick Rd / Central to Plainfield, NJ

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

    The fastest way takes 147 minutes, using Train line FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH, Train line NEC, Bus line 819.

  • Is there a direct train between Merrick Rd / Central and Plainfield, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Merrick Rd / Central to Plainfield, NJ?

    The FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH train line goes from Valley Stream station near Merrick Rd / Central in Valley Stream to 34 St-Penn Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till 34 St-Penn Station near Plainfield, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from Merrick Rd / Central to Plainfield, NJ by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Merrick Rd / Central and Plainfield, NJ by train and bus is about 2 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Merrick Rd / Central to get to Plainfield, NJ?

    Get on the FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH train from the Valley Stream station near Merrick Rd / Central in Valley Stream.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Merrick Rd / Central and Plainfield, NJ?

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

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