How to get from Journal Square to Rutgers by train?

From Journal Square to Rutgers by train

To get from Journal Square to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the RED train from Journal Square station to Newark station. Next, take the NEC train from Newark Penn Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 1 min. The train schedule from Journal Square may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

61min
Train - RED
Train - NEC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Journal Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Journal Square
  • 2
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3713| Jersey Avenue
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    35 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 Journal Square to Rutgers

The distance between Journal Square, New Brunswick and Rutgers, New Brunswick is approximately 28.6 mi, which can typically be travelled in 61 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Journal Square 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 Journal Square to Rutgers

To check the train schedule from Journal Square to Rutgers using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Journal Square) 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Journal Square to Rutgers?

    The fastest way takes 61 minutes, using Train line RED, Train line NEC.

  • Is there a direct train between Journal Square and Rutgers?

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

  • Which train line goes from Journal Square to Rutgers?

    The RED train line goes from Newark Penn Station station near Journal Square in Jersey City to New Brunswick station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till New Brunswick station near Rutgers in New Brunswick.

  • How long does it take to travel from Journal Square to Rutgers by train?

    The total travel time between Journal Square in Jersey City and Rutgers in New Brunswick by train is about 1 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Journal Square to get to Rutgers?

    Get on the RED train from the Newark Penn Station station near Journal Square in Jersey City.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Journal Square and Rutgers?

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

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