How to get from Metuchen to Staten Island by bus and train?

From Metuchen to Staten Island by bus and train

To get from Metuchen to Staten Island in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NEC train from Metuchen station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED train and finally take the SIM1C bus from Broadway/Cortlandt St station to Eltingville/Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Metuchen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Staten Island on the Moovit app.

126min
Walk to train station
Train - NEC
Train - RED
Bus - SIM1CSIM1C
Walk to Staten Island
Leaves from Metuchen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Metuchen
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3828| Penn Station New York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    21 min
  • 4
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    World Trade Center
    ID WTC
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broadway/Cortlandt St
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 7
    Bus - SIM1CSIM1C
    Wait for bus
    SIM1C
    Eltngvlle Trans Ctr Via Hylan Via Rich
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Eltingville/Transit Center
    59 min
  • 9
    Walk to Staten Island
    Walk to
    Staten Island
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Metuchen to Staten Island

The distance between Metuchen, New York - New Jersey and Staten Island, New York - New Jersey is approximately 46.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Metuchen to Staten Island 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 Metuchen to Staten Island

To check the bus and train schedule from Metuchen to Staten Island using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Metuchen) and destination (Staten Island), 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 Metuchen to Staten Island?

    The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Train line NEC, Train line RED, Bus line SIM1C.

  • Is there a direct train between Metuchen and Staten Island in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Metuchen to Staten Island in New York - New Jersey?

    The NEC train line goes from Metuchen station near Metuchen to Newark Penn Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Newark Penn Station near Staten Island in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Metuchen to Staten Island in New York - New Jersey by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Metuchen and Staten Island in New York - New Jersey by train and bus is about 2 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Metuchen to get to Staten Island in New York - New Jersey?

    Get on the NEC train from the Metuchen station near Metuchen in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Metuchen and Staten Island in New York - New Jersey?

    Get off the train at the Newark Penn Station, which is closest to Staten Island in New York - New Jersey.

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