How to get from Danbury to Rutgers by train?

From Danbury to Rutgers by train

To get from Danbury to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the 5 train from Danbury station to Stamford station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train and finally take the NEC train from Metropark Amtrak Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 40 min. The train schedule from Danbury may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

220min
Train - 5
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Train - NEC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Danbury

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Danbury
  • 2
    Train - 55
    Wait for train
    5
    1849#| Stamford
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stamford
    69 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
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  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Metropark Amtrak Station
    99 min
  • 6
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3839| Trenton Station
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    13 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 Danbury to Rutgers

The distance between Danbury, New Brunswick and Rutgers, New Brunswick is approximately 100.48 mi, which can typically be travelled in 220 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Danbury 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 Danbury to Rutgers

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

    The fastest way takes 220 minutes, using Train line 5, Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Train line NEC.

  • Is there a direct train between Danbury and Rutgers?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 40 min.

  • Which train line goes from Danbury to Rutgers?

    The 5 train line goes from Stamford station near Danbury in Danbury to Metropark Amtrak Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Metropark Amtrak Station station near Rutgers in New Brunswick.

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

    The total travel time between Danbury in Danbury and Rutgers in New Brunswick by train is about 3 hr 40 min.

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

    Get on the 5 train from the Stamford station near Danbury in Danbury.

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

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

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