How to get from Newark Liberty International Airport to Plainfield, NJ by bus and train?

From Newark Liberty International Airport to Plainfield, NJ by bus and train

To get from Newark Liberty International Airport to Plainfield, NJ in Plainfield, take the NEC train from Newark Int'L Airport station to Metuchen station. Next, 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 1 hr 34 min. The bus and train schedule from Newark Liberty International Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Plainfield, NJ on the Moovit app.

94min
Train - NEC
Bus - 819819
Walk to Plainfield, NJ
Leaves from Newark Int'L Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Newark Liberty International Airport
  • 2
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3825| Trenton Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Metuchen
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pennsylvania Ave at Metuchen Rail Sta
    ID 23338
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 819819
    Wait for bus
    819
    Piscataway
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Park Ave at Martine Ave
    ID 29258
    29 min
  • 7
    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 Newark Liberty International Airport to Plainfield, NJ

The distance between Newark Liberty International Airport and Plainfield, NJ is approximately 24.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newark Liberty International Airport 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 Newark Liberty International Airport to Plainfield, NJ

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

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Train line NEC, Bus line 819.

  • Is there a direct train between Newark Liberty International Airport and Plainfield, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which train line goes from Newark Liberty International Airport to Plainfield, NJ?

    The NEC train line goes from Metuchen station near Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark to Pennsylvania Ave at Metuchen Rail Sta station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Pennsylvania Ave at Metuchen Rail Sta station near Plainfield, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from Newark Liberty International Airport to Plainfield, NJ by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Newark Liberty International Airport and Plainfield, NJ by train and bus is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Newark Liberty International Airport to get to Plainfield, NJ?

    Get on the NEC train from the Metuchen station near Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Newark Liberty International Airport and Plainfield, NJ?

    Get off the train at the Pennsylvania Ave at Metuchen Rail Sta stop, which is closest to Plainfield, NJ.

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