How to get from Hackettstown to Rutgers by train?

From Hackettstown to Rutgers by train

To get from Hackettstown to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the ML train from Hackettstown station to Denville station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MEL 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 3 hr 18 min. The train schedule from Hackettstown may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

198min
Train - ML
Train - MEL
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Hackettstown

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Hackettstown
  • 2
    Train - MLML
    Wait for train
    ML
    #1074| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Denville
    40 min
  • 4
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #6628| New York Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    72 min
  • 6
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3835| 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

From Hackettstown to Rutgers by bus and train

To get from Hackettstown to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the ML train from Hackettstown station to Newark Broad St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 78 bus and finally take the NC train from Newark Penn Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 min. The train schedule from Hackettstown may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

198min
Train - ML
Bus - 7878
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Hackettstown

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Hackettstown
  • 2
    Train - MLML
    Wait for train
    ML
    #1074| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Broad St
    108 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    University Ave at Orange St
    ID 19047
    340 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Newark Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Newark Penn Station
    ID 31890
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3835| Trenton Transit Center
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    39 min
  • 10
    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 Hackettstown to Rutgers

The distance between Hackettstown, New Brunswick and Rutgers, New Brunswick is approximately 95.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 198 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hackettstown 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 Hackettstown to Rutgers

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

To get from Hackettstown to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the ML train from Hackettstown station to Newark Broad St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 78 bus and finally take the NC train from Newark Penn Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 min. The train schedule from Hackettstown may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

198min
Train - ML
Bus - 7878
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Hackettstown

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Hackettstown
  • 2
    Train - MLML
    Wait for train
    ML
    #1074| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Broad St
    108 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    University Ave at Orange St
    ID 19047
    340 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Newark Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Newark Penn Station
    ID 31890
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3835| Trenton Transit Center
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    39 min
  • 10
    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 Hackettstown to Rutgers?

    The fastest way takes 198 minutes, using Train line ML, Train line MEL, Train line NC.

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

    The alternative route takes 198 minutes, using Train line ML, Bus line 78, Train line NC.

  • Is there a direct train between Hackettstown and Rutgers?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 18 min.

  • Which train line goes from Hackettstown to Rutgers?

    The ML train line goes from #1074| Hoboken station near Hackettstown in Hackettstown to Denville station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Denville station near Rutgers in New Brunswick.

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

    The total travel time between Hackettstown in Hackettstown and Rutgers in New Brunswick by train is about 3 hr 18 min.

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

    Get on the ML train from the #1074| Hoboken station near Hackettstown in Hackettstown.

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

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

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