How to get from North Plainfield to Rahway by bus and train?

From North Plainfield to Rahway by bus and train

To get from North Plainfield to Rahway you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 65 bus from Mountain Ave at North Dr station to Watchung Ave at E 4th St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RVL train and finally take the NC train from Newark Penn Station station to Rahway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from North Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Rahway on the Moovit app.

81min
Bus - 6565
Train - RVL
Train - NC
Leaves from Mountain Ave at North Dr

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    North Plainfield
  • 2
    Bus - 6565
    Wait for bus
    65
    B Bridgewater Comn Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watchung Ave at E 4th St
    ID 29355
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Plainfield
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RVLRVL
    Wait for train
    RVL
    #5902| Newark Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    36 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3829| Trenton Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to train station Rahway
    Ride to train station
    Rahway
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from North Plainfield to Rahway by bus and train via 65, 59 and NC

To get from North Plainfield to Rahway you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 65 bus from Mountain Ave at North Dr station to Watchung Ave at E 4th St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 59 bus and finally take the NC train from Elizabeth station to Rahway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from North Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Rahway on the Moovit app.

81min
Bus - 6565
Bus - 5959
Train - NC
Leaves from Mountain Ave at North Dr

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    North Plainfield
  • 2
    Bus - 6565
    Wait for bus
    65
    B Bridgewater Comn Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watchung Ave at E 4th St
    ID 29355
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Newark H. Tubman Pk
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elizabeth Arch
    ID 28545
    57 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elizabeth
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3829| Trenton Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to train station Rahway
    Ride to train station
    Rahway
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from North Plainfield to Rahway

The distance between North Plainfield and Rahway is approximately 28.11 mi, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Plainfield to Rahway by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Rahway – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from North Plainfield to Rahway

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from North Plainfield to Rahway by bus and train via 65, 59 and NC

To get from North Plainfield to Rahway you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 65 bus from Mountain Ave at North Dr station to Watchung Ave at E 4th St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 59 bus and finally take the NC train from Elizabeth station to Rahway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from North Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Rahway on the Moovit app.

81min
Bus - 6565
Bus - 5959
Train - NC
Leaves from Mountain Ave at North Dr

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    North Plainfield
  • 2
    Bus - 6565
    Wait for bus
    65
    B Bridgewater Comn Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watchung Ave at E 4th St
    ID 29355
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Newark H. Tubman Pk
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elizabeth Arch
    ID 28545
    57 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elizabeth
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3829| Trenton Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to train station Rahway
    Ride to train station
    Rahway
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from North Plainfield to Rahway?

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 65, Train line RVL, Train line NC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from North Plainfield to Rahway?

    The alternative route takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 65, Bus line 59, Train line NC.

  • Is there a direct bus between North Plainfield and Rahway?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from North Plainfield to Rahway?

    The 65 bus line goes from Watchung Ave at E 4th St station near North Plainfield in New York - New Jersey to Plainfield station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Plainfield station near Rahway.

  • How long does it take to travel from North Plainfield to Rahway by bus and train?

    The total travel time between North Plainfield and Rahway by bus and train is about 1 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near North Plainfield to get to Rahway?

    Get on the 65 bus from the Watchung Ave at E 4th St stop near North Plainfield in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between North Plainfield and Rahway?

    Get off the bus at the Plainfield station, which is closest to Rahway.

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