How to get from Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers by train?

Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers - Train Schedule

The HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 15 min-1 hr 40 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 3 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers by train

To get from Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from Hempstead station to Jamaica 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 3 min. The train schedule from Hempstead Transit Center may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

123min
Walk to train station
Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Train - NEC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Hempstead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hempstead
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Wait for train
    HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Grand Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    31 min
  • 4
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    19 min
  • 6
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3831| Trenton Station
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    55 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 Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers

The distance between Hempstead Transit Center, New Brunswick and Rutgers, New Brunswick is approximately 54.67 mi, which can typically be travelled in 123 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hempstead Transit Center 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 Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers

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

    The fastest way takes 123 minutes, using Train line HEMPSTEAD BRANCH, Train line BABYLON BRANCH, Train line NEC.

  • Is there a direct train between Hempstead Transit Center and Rutgers?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 3 min.

  • Which train line goes from Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers?

    The HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train line goes from Hempstead station near Hempstead Transit Center in Hempstead to Jamaica station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Jamaica station near Rutgers in New Brunswick.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers by train?

    The total travel time between Hempstead Transit Center in Hempstead and Rutgers in New Brunswick by train is about 2 hr 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Hempstead Transit Center to get to Rutgers?

    Get on the HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from the Hempstead station near Hempstead Transit Center in Hempstead.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Hempstead Transit Center and Rutgers?

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

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