How to get from Union to Rutgers by train?

From Union to Rutgers by train

To get from Union to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the RVL train from Union station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, take the NC 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 Union may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

61min
Train - RVL
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Union

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Union
  • 2
    Train - RVLRVL
    Wait for train
    RVL
    #5420| Newark Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3713| Jersey Ave.
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    36 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rutgers
    Walk to
    Rutgers
    New Street
    590 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Union to Rutgers by bus and train

To get from Union to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the 26 bus from Morris Ave at Green Ln station to Morris Ave at Westfield Ave station. Next, take the NC train from Elizabeth station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The train schedule from Union may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

58min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2626
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Morris Ave at Green Ln

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Morris Ave at Green Ln
    ID 29778
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Ku Elizabeth Via Kean University
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Morris Ave at Westfield Ave
    ID 28700
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elizabeth
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3713| Jersey Ave.
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    25 min
  • 7
    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 Union to Rutgers

The distance between Union, New Brunswick and Rutgers, New Brunswick is approximately 28.18 mi, which can typically be travelled in 61 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union 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 Union to Rutgers

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

To get from Union to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the 26 bus from Morris Ave at Green Ln station to Morris Ave at Westfield Ave station. Next, take the NC train from Elizabeth station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The train schedule from Union may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

58min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2626
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Morris Ave at Green Ln

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Morris Ave at Green Ln
    ID 29778
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Ku Elizabeth Via Kean University
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Morris Ave at Westfield Ave
    ID 28700
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elizabeth
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3713| Jersey Ave.
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    25 min
  • 7
    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 Union to Rutgers?

    The fastest way takes 61 minutes, using Train line RVL, Train line NC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Union to Rutgers?

    The alternative route takes 58 minutes, using Bus line 26, Train line NC.

  • Is there a direct train between Union 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 Union to Rutgers?

    The RVL train line goes from #5420| Newark Penn Station station near Union in New York - New Jersey to Newark Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Newark Penn Station station near Rutgers in New Brunswick.

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

    The total travel time between Union in New York - New Jersey and Rutgers in New Brunswick by train is about 1 hr 1 min.

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

    Get on the RVL train from the #5420| Newark Penn Station station near Union in New York - New Jersey.

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

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

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