How to get from Chatham to Rutgers by train?

From Chatham to Rutgers by train

To get from Chatham to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the MEL train from Chatham station to Secaucus station. Next, take the NC train from Secaucus station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 36 min. The train schedule from Chatham may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

96min
Train - MEL
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Chatham

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chatham
  • 2
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #6624| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    37 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3917| Trenton Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    42 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rutgers
    Walk to
    Rutgers
    New Street
    590 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Chatham to Rutgers by bus and train

To get from Chatham to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 70 bus from River Rd at Chatham Rd station to Morris Ave at Meisel Ave station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 52 bus and finally take the NC train from Elizabeth station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min. The train schedule from Chatham may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

140min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7070
Bus - 5252
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from River Rd at Chatham Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    River Rd at Chatham Rd
    ID 29710
    1.11 mi • 23 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Newark Penn Station Via Vauxhall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Morris Ave at Meisel Ave
    ID 29640
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Ku Morris Ave Elizabeth Via Kean University
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Morris Ave at Westfield Ave
    ID 28700
    27 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elizabeth
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3831| Trenton Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    29 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 Chatham to Rutgers

The distance between Chatham, New Brunswick and Rutgers, New Brunswick is approximately 49.16 mi, which can typically be travelled in 96 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chatham 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 Chatham to Rutgers

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

To get from Chatham to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 70 bus from River Rd at Chatham Rd station to Morris Ave at Meisel Ave station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 52 bus and finally take the NC train from Elizabeth station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min. The train schedule from Chatham may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

140min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7070
Bus - 5252
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from River Rd at Chatham Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    River Rd at Chatham Rd
    ID 29710
    1.11 mi • 23 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Newark Penn Station Via Vauxhall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Morris Ave at Meisel Ave
    ID 29640
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Ku Morris Ave Elizabeth Via Kean University
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Morris Ave at Westfield Ave
    ID 28700
    27 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elizabeth
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3831| Trenton Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    29 min
  • 9
    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 Chatham to Rutgers?

    The fastest way takes 96 minutes, using Train line MEL, Train line NC.

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

    The alternative route takes 140 minutes, using Bus line 70, Bus line 52, Train line NC.

  • Is there a direct train between Chatham and Rutgers?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 36 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chatham to Rutgers?

    The MEL train line goes from #6624| New York Penn Station station near Chatham in New York - New Jersey to Secaucus station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Secaucus station near Rutgers in New Brunswick.

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

    The total travel time between Chatham in New York - New Jersey and Rutgers in New Brunswick by train is about 1 hr 36 min.

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

    Get on the MEL train from the #6624| New York Penn Station station near Chatham in New York - New Jersey.

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

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

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