How to get from Hempstead to Rutgers by bus and train?

From Hempstead to Rutgers by bus and train

To get from Hempstead to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the N15 bus from Hempstead Transit Center station to Rockville Centre Sta station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BABYLON BRANCH train and finally take the NEC train from 34 St-Penn Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 14 min. The bus and train schedule from Hempstead may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

134min
Walk to bus station
Bus - N15N15
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Train - NEC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Hempstead Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hempstead Transit Center
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - N15N15
    Wait for bus
    N15
    Long Beach
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rockville Centre Sta
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rockville Centre
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    38 min
  • 7
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3917| Trenton Station
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    50 min
  • 9
    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 Hempstead to Rutgers

The distance between Hempstead, New Brunswick and Rutgers, New Brunswick is approximately 59.48 mi, which can typically be travelled in 134 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hempstead to Rutgers by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New Brunswick – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Hempstead to Rutgers

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

    The fastest way takes 134 minutes, using Bus line N15, Train line BABYLON BRANCH, Train line NEC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Hempstead and Rutgers?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Hempstead to Rutgers?

    The N15 bus line goes from Hempstead Transit Center station near Hempstead in Hempstead to Rockville Centre Sta station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Rockville Centre Sta station near Rutgers in New Brunswick.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hempstead to Rutgers by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Hempstead in Hempstead and Rutgers in New Brunswick by bus and train is about 2 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Hempstead to get to Rutgers?

    Get on the N15 bus from the Hempstead Transit Center stop near Hempstead in Hempstead.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Hempstead and Rutgers?

    Get off the bus at the Rockville Centre Sta station, which is closest to Rutgers in New Brunswick.

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