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

From Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers by train

To get from Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from Hempstead station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the NC train from 34 St-Penn Station station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min. The train schedule from Hempstead Transit Center may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

122min
Walk to train station
Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
Train - NC
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
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    51 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3833| Trenton Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    57 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rutgers
    Walk to
    Rutgers
    New Street
    590 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers by bus and train

To get from Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the N31 bus from Hempstead Transit Center station to Broadway & Sunrise Hwy. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LONG BEACH BRANCH 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 2 hr 34 min. The train schedule from Hempstead Transit Center may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

154min
Bus - N31N31
Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Hempstead Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Hempstead Transit Center
  • 2
    Bus - N31N31
    Wait for bus
    N31
    Far Rockaway
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway & Sunrise Hwy.
    ID 5135
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lynbrook
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Wait for train
    LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    34 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3831| Trenton Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    60 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 Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers

The distance between Hempstead Transit Center, New Brunswick and Rutgers, New Brunswick is approximately 54.7 mi, which can typically be travelled in 122 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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From Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers by bus and train

To get from Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers in New Brunswick, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the N31 bus from Hempstead Transit Center station to Broadway & Sunrise Hwy. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LONG BEACH BRANCH 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 2 hr 34 min. The train schedule from Hempstead Transit Center may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Rutgers on the Moovit app.

154min
Bus - N31N31
Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Hempstead Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Hempstead Transit Center
  • 2
    Bus - N31N31
    Wait for bus
    N31
    Far Rockaway
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway & Sunrise Hwy.
    ID 5135
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lynbrook
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Wait for train
    LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    34 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3831| Trenton Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    60 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 Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers?

    The fastest way takes 122 minutes, using Train line HEMPSTEAD BRANCH, Train line NC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Hempstead Transit Center to Rutgers?

    The alternative route takes 154 minutes, using Bus line N31, Train line LONG BEACH BRANCH, Train line NC.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 2 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 Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Penn Station 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 2 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 Penn Station station, which is closest to Rutgers in New Brunswick.

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