How to get from Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ by train?

From Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ by train

To get from Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ in Plainfield, take the HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from Hempstead station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the RVL train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Plainfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 46 min. The train schedule from Hempstead Transit Center may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Plainfield, NJ on the Moovit app.

166min
Walk to train station
Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
Train - RVL
Walk to Plainfield, NJ
Leaves from Hempstead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hempstead
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Wait for train
    HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    51 min
  • 4
    Train - RVLRVL
    Wait for train
    RVL
    #5121| Raritan
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Plainfield
    54 min
  • 6
    Walk to Plainfield, NJ
    Walk to
    Plainfield, NJ
    0.79 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ by bus and train

To get from Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from Hempstead station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NC train and finally take the 59 bus from Broad St at Westfield Ave station to East 5th St at Richmond St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 41 min. The train schedule from Hempstead Transit Center may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Plainfield, NJ on the Moovit app.

161min
Walk to train station
Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
Train - NC
Bus - 5959
Walk to Plainfield, NJ
Leaves from Hempstead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hempstead
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Wait for train
    HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    51 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3833| Trenton Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elizabeth
    30 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broad St at Westfield Ave
    ID 28546
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Dunellen
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East 5th St at Richmond St
    ID 29181
    52 min
  • 9
    Walk to Plainfield, NJ
    Walk to
    Plainfield, NJ
    0.75 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ

The distance between Hempstead Transit Center and Plainfield, NJ is approximately 48.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 166 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hempstead Transit Center 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 Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ

To check the train schedule from Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Hempstead Transit Center) 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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From Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ by bus and train

To get from Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from Hempstead station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NC train and finally take the 59 bus from Broad St at Westfield Ave station to East 5th St at Richmond St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 41 min. The train schedule from Hempstead Transit Center may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Plainfield, NJ on the Moovit app.

161min
Walk to train station
Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
Train - NC
Bus - 5959
Walk to Plainfield, NJ
Leaves from Hempstead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hempstead
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Wait for train
    HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    51 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3833| Trenton Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elizabeth
    30 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broad St at Westfield Ave
    ID 28546
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Dunellen
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East 5th St at Richmond St
    ID 29181
    52 min
  • 9
    Walk to Plainfield, NJ
    Walk to
    Plainfield, NJ
    0.75 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ?

    The fastest way takes 166 minutes, using Train line HEMPSTEAD BRANCH, Train line RVL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ?

    The alternative route takes 161 minutes, using Train line HEMPSTEAD BRANCH, Train line NC, Bus line 59.

  • Is there a direct train between Hempstead Transit Center and Plainfield, NJ?

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

  • Which train line goes from Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ?

    The HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train line goes from Hempstead station near Hempstead Transit Center in Hempstead to Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Penn Station station near Plainfield, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hempstead Transit Center to Plainfield, NJ by train?

    The total travel time between Hempstead Transit Center and Plainfield, NJ by train is about 2 hr 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Hempstead Transit Center to get to Plainfield, NJ?

    Get on the HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from the Hempstead station near Hempstead Transit Center in Hempstead.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Hempstead Transit Center and Plainfield, NJ?

    Get off the train at the Penn Station station, which is closest to Plainfield, NJ.

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