How to get from Newark to Ridgefield, NJ by bus and train?

Newark to Ridgefield, NJ - Train Schedule

The RED train from Newark to Ridgefield, NJ usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-40 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 19 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Newark to Ridgefield, NJ by bus and train

To get from Newark to Ridgefield, NJ you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the RED train from Newark Penn Station station to Journal Square station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 88 bus and finally take the 166 bus from Boulevard East at Bergenline Ave station to Broad Ave at Marion Pl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The bus and train schedule from Newark may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ridgefield, NJ on the Moovit app.

79min
Train - RED
Bus - 8888
Bus - 166166
Walk to Ridgefield, NJ
Leaves from Newark Penn Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Newark
  • 2
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Journal Square Transportation Center
    ID 20883
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8888
    Wait for bus
    88
    North Bergen 91st Street
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bergenline Ave at JFK Blvd
    ID 21362
    47 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Boulevard East at Bergenline Ave
    ID 30550
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 166166
    Wait for bus
    166
    Bergenfield
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broad Ave at Marion Pl
    ID 13219
    7 min
  • 10
    Walk to Ridgefield, NJ
    Walk to
    Ridgefield, NJ
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Newark to Ridgefield, NJ

The distance between Newark and Ridgefield, NJ is approximately 14.47 mi, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newark to Ridgefield, NJ by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ridgefield – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Newark to Ridgefield, NJ

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

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Train line RED, Bus line 88, Bus line 166.

  • Is there a direct train between Newark and Ridgefield, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which train line goes from Newark to Ridgefield, NJ?

    The RED train line goes from Journal Square station near Newark in Newark to Journal Square Transportation Center station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Journal Square Transportation Center station near Ridgefield, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from Newark to Ridgefield, NJ by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Newark and Ridgefield, NJ by train and bus is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Newark to get to Ridgefield, NJ?

    Get on the RED train from the Journal Square station near Newark in Newark.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Newark and Ridgefield, NJ?

    Get off the train at the Journal Square Transportation Center stop, which is closest to Ridgefield, NJ.

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