How to get from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers by train?

From Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers by train

To get from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the MCL train from Hoboken Terminal station to Secaucus station. Next, take the NC train from Secaucus station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The train schedule from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

73min
Walk to train station
Train - MCL
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Hoboken Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hoboken Terminal
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1109| Suffern
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    11 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3915| Trenton Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    46 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rutgers
    Walk to
    Rutgers
    New Street
    590 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers by train via PJL and NC

To get from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the PJL train from Hoboken Terminal station to Secaucus station. Next, take the NC train from Secaucus station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The train schedule from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

83min
Walk to train station
Train - PJL
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Hoboken Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hoboken Terminal
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - PJLPJL
    Wait for train
    PJL
    #0043| Port Jervis
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    11 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3915| Trenton Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    46 min
  • 6
    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 Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers

The distance between Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal, New Brunswick and Rutgers, New Brunswick is approximately 31.64 mi, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New Brunswick – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers

To check the train schedule from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal) and destination (Rutgers), 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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Alternative route from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers by train via PJL and NC

To get from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the PJL train from Hoboken Terminal station to Secaucus station. Next, take the NC train from Secaucus station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The train schedule from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

83min
Walk to train station
Train - PJL
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Hoboken Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hoboken Terminal
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - PJLPJL
    Wait for train
    PJL
    #0043| Port Jervis
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    11 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3915| Trenton Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    46 min
  • 6
    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 Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers?

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Train line MCL, Train line NC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers?

    The alternative route takes 83 minutes, using Train line PJL, Train line NC.

  • Is there a direct train between Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal and Rutgers?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which train line goes from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers?

    The MCL train line goes from Hoboken Terminal station near Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal in New York - New Jersey to #1109| Suffern station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till #1109| Suffern station near Rutgers in New Brunswick.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to Rutgers by train?

    The total travel time between Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal in New York - New Jersey and Rutgers in New Brunswick by train is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal to get to Rutgers?

    Get on the MCL train from the Hoboken Terminal station near Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Hoboken / NJ Transit Terminal and Rutgers?

    Get off the train at the #1109| Suffern station, which is closest to Rutgers in New Brunswick.

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