How to get from Glen Head to Rutgers by train?

From Glen Head to Rutgers by train

To get from Glen Head to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the OYSTER BAY BRANCH train from Glen Head station to Jamaica station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH train and finally take the NC train from 34 St-Penn Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 8 min. The train schedule from Glen Head may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

128min
Train - OYSTER BAY BRANCH
Train - FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Glen Head

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Glen Head
  • 2
    Train - OYSTER BAY BRANCH
    Wait for train
    OYSTER BAY BRANCH
    Long Island City
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    36 min
  • 4
    Train - FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH
    Wait for train
    FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    19 min
  • 6
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3831| Trenton Transit Center
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    60 min
  • 8
    Walk to Rutgers
    Walk to
    Rutgers
    New Street
    590 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Glen Head to Rutgers by train via OYSTER BAY BRANCH, WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH and NC

To get from Glen Head to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the OYSTER BAY BRANCH train from Glen Head station to Jamaica station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train and finally take the NC train from 34 St-Penn Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 32 min. The train schedule from Glen Head may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

152min
Train - OYSTER BAY BRANCH
Train - WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Glen Head

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Glen Head
  • 2
    Train - OYSTER BAY BRANCH
    Wait for train
    OYSTER BAY BRANCH
    Long Island City
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    36 min
  • 4
    Train - WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Wait for train
    WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    19 min
  • 6
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3833| Trenton Transit Center
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    57 min
  • 8
    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 Glen Head to Rutgers

The distance between Glen Head, New Brunswick and Rutgers, New Brunswick is approximately 60.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 128 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glen Head 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 Glen Head to Rutgers

To check the train schedule from Glen Head to Rutgers using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Glen Head) 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 Glen Head to Rutgers by train via OYSTER BAY BRANCH, WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH and NC

To get from Glen Head to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the OYSTER BAY BRANCH train from Glen Head station to Jamaica station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train and finally take the NC train from 34 St-Penn Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 32 min. The train schedule from Glen Head may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

152min
Train - OYSTER BAY BRANCH
Train - WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Glen Head

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Glen Head
  • 2
    Train - OYSTER BAY BRANCH
    Wait for train
    OYSTER BAY BRANCH
    Long Island City
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    36 min
  • 4
    Train - WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Wait for train
    WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    19 min
  • 6
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3833| Trenton Transit Center
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    57 min
  • 8
    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 Glen Head to Rutgers?

    The fastest way takes 128 minutes, using Train line OYSTER BAY BRANCH, Train line FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH, Train line NC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Glen Head to Rutgers?

    The alternative route takes 152 minutes, using Train line OYSTER BAY BRANCH, Train line WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH, Train line NC.

  • Is there a direct train between Glen Head and Rutgers?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Glen Head to Rutgers?

    The OYSTER BAY BRANCH train line goes from Long Island City station near Glen Head in Glen Head to Jamaica station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Jamaica station near Rutgers in New Brunswick.

  • How long does it take to travel from Glen Head to Rutgers by train?

    The total travel time between Glen Head in Glen Head and Rutgers in New Brunswick by train is about 2 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Glen Head to get to Rutgers?

    Get on the OYSTER BAY BRANCH train from the Long Island City station near Glen Head in Glen Head.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Glen Head and Rutgers?

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

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