How to get from Manhattan to Rutgers by subway and train?

From Manhattan to Rutgers by subway and train

To get from Manhattan to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the 2 subway from Chambers St station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the NC train from 34 St-Penn Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The subway and train schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

84min
Walk to subway station
Subway - 2
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Chambers St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Chambers St
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Wakefield-241 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Penn Station
    8 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3713| Jersey Ave.
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    51 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rutgers
    Walk to
    Rutgers
    New Street
    590 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Manhattan to Rutgers by subway and train via A and NORTHEAST REGIONAL

To get from Manhattan to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the A subway from Chambers St station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train from 34 St-Penn Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The subway and train schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

73min
Walk to subway station
Subway - A
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Chambers St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Chambers St
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - A
    Wait for subway
    A
    Inwood-207 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Penn Station
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Norfolk
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rutgers
    Walk to
    Rutgers
    New Street
    590 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Manhattan to Rutgers

The distance between Manhattan, New Brunswick and Rutgers, New Brunswick is approximately 35.62 mi, which can typically be travelled in 84 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Manhattan to Rutgers by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New Brunswick – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Manhattan to Rutgers

To check the subway and train schedule from Manhattan to Rutgers using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Manhattan) and destination (Rutgers), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway 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 subway and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Manhattan to Rutgers by subway and train via A and NORTHEAST REGIONAL

To get from Manhattan to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the A subway from Chambers St station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train from 34 St-Penn Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The subway and train schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

73min
Walk to subway station
Subway - A
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Chambers St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Chambers St
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - A
    Wait for subway
    A
    Inwood-207 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Penn Station
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Norfolk
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rutgers
    Walk to
    Rutgers
    New Street
    590 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Rutgers?

    The fastest way takes 84 minutes, using Subway line 2, Train line NC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Manhattan to Rutgers?

    The alternative route takes 73 minutes, using Subway line A, Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL.

  • Is there a direct subway between Manhattan and Rutgers?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 24 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Manhattan to Rutgers?

    The 2 subway line goes from Chambers St station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to Wakefield-241 St station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Wakefield-241 St station near Rutgers in New Brunswick.

  • How long does it take to travel from Manhattan to Rutgers by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Manhattan in New York - New Jersey and Rutgers in New Brunswick by subway and train is about 1 hr 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Manhattan to get to Rutgers?

    Get on the 2 subway from the Chambers St station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Manhattan and Rutgers?

    Get off the subway at the Wakefield-241 St station, which is closest to Rutgers in New Brunswick.

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