How to get from Journal Square to Springfield, NJ by bus and train?

Journal Square to Springfield, NJ - Train Schedule

The RED train from Journal Square to Springfield, NJ usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-40 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 2 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Journal Square to Springfield, NJ by bus and train

To get from Journal Square to Springfield, NJ in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RED train from Journal Square station to Newark station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NEC train and finally take the 52 bus from Elizabeth Arch station to Morris Ave at Mountain Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The bus and train schedule from Journal Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Springfield, NJ on the Moovit app.

62min
Train - RED
Train - NEC
Bus - 5252
Leaves from Journal Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Journal Square
  • 2
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3825| Trenton Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elizabeth
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elizabeth Arch
    ID 28545
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Ku Morris Avenue Springfield Via Kean University
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Morris Ave at Mountain Ave
    Ride to bus station
    Morris Ave at Mountain Ave
    ID 29645
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Journal Square to Springfield, NJ

The distance between Journal Square, New York - New Jersey and Springfield, NJ, New York - New Jersey is approximately 17.16 mi, which can typically be travelled in 62 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Journal Square to Springfield, NJ by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Journal Square to Springfield, NJ

To check the bus and train schedule from Journal Square to Springfield, NJ using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Journal Square) and destination (Springfield, NJ), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Journal Square to Springfield, NJ?

    The fastest way takes 62 minutes, using Train line RED, Train line NEC, Bus line 52.

  • Is there a direct train between Journal Square and Springfield, NJ?

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

  • Which train line goes from Journal Square to Springfield, NJ?

    The RED train line goes from Newark Penn Station near Journal Square in Jersey City to Elizabeth station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Elizabeth station near Springfield, NJ in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Journal Square to Springfield, NJ by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Journal Square in Jersey City and Springfield, NJ in New York - New Jersey by train and bus is about 1 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Journal Square to get to Springfield, NJ?

    Get on the RED train from the Newark Penn Station near Journal Square in Jersey City.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Journal Square and Springfield, NJ?

    Get off the train at the Elizabeth stop, which is closest to Springfield, NJ in New York - New Jersey.

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