How to get from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ by train?

From Forest Hills to Summit, NJ by train

To get from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ in Summit, take the LONG BEACH BRANCH train from Forest Hills station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the MEL train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Summit station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The train schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Summit, NJ on the Moovit app.

90min
Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
Train - MEL
Walk to Summit, NJ
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Forest Hills
  • 2
    Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Wait for train
    LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #6317| Summit
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Summit
    46 min
  • 6
    Walk to Summit, NJ
    Walk to
    Summit, NJ
    270 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ by train via BABYLON BRANCH and MEL

To get from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ in Summit, take the BABYLON BRANCH train from Forest Hills station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the MEL train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Summit station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 50 min. The train schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Summit, NJ on the Moovit app.

110min
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Train - MEL
Walk to Summit, NJ
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Forest Hills
  • 2
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #6317| Summit
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Summit
    46 min
  • 6
    Walk to Summit, NJ
    Walk to
    Summit, NJ
    270 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ

The distance between Forest Hills and Summit, NJ is approximately 31.61 mi, which can typically be travelled in 90 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Summit – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ

To check the train schedule from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Forest Hills) and destination (Summit, NJ), 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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Alternative route from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ by train via BABYLON BRANCH and MEL

To get from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ in Summit, take the BABYLON BRANCH train from Forest Hills station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the MEL train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Summit station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 50 min. The train schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Summit, NJ on the Moovit app.

110min
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Train - MEL
Walk to Summit, NJ
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Forest Hills
  • 2
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #6317| Summit
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Summit
    46 min
  • 6
    Walk to Summit, NJ
    Walk to
    Summit, NJ
    270 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ?

    The fastest way takes 90 minutes, using Train line LONG BEACH BRANCH, Train line MEL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ?

    The alternative route takes 110 minutes, using Train line BABYLON BRANCH, Train line MEL.

  • Is there a direct train between Forest Hills and Summit, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 30 min.

  • Which train line goes from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ?

    The LONG BEACH BRANCH train line goes from 34 St-Penn Station station near Forest Hills in Queens to Summit station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Summit station near Summit, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from Forest Hills to Summit, NJ by train?

    The total travel time between Forest Hills and Summit, NJ by train is about 1 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Forest Hills to get to Summit, NJ?

    Get on the LONG BEACH BRANCH train from the 34 St-Penn Station station near Forest Hills in Queens.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Forest Hills and Summit, NJ?

    Get off the train at the Summit station, which is closest to Summit, NJ.

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