How to get from Elizabeth to Times Square by train?

From Elizabeth to Times Square by train

To get from Elizabeth to Times Square in New York - New Jersey, take the NJCL train from Elizabeth station to Secaucus station. Next, take the PVL train from Secaucus station to Westwood station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The train schedule from Elizabeth may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Times Square on the Moovit app.

101min
Train - NJCL
Train - PVL
Walk to Times Square
Leaves from Elizabeth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Elizabeth
  • 2
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3506| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - PVLPVL
    Wait for train
    PVL
    #1605| Spring Valley
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Westwood
    37 min
  • 6
    Walk to Times Square
    Walk to
    Times Square
    1.64 mi • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Elizabeth to Times Square by train via NC, NC and PVL

To get from Elizabeth to Times Square in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the NC train from Elizabeth station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NC train and finally take the PVL train from Secaucus station to Westwood station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 12 min. The train schedule from Elizabeth may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Times Square on the Moovit app.

132min
Train - NC
Train - NC
Train - PVL
Walk to Times Square
Leaves from Elizabeth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Elizabeth
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3826| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3926| New York Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    8 min
  • 6
    Train - PVLPVL
    Wait for train
    PVL
    #1605| Spring Valley
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Westwood
    37 min
  • 8
    Walk to Times Square
    Walk to
    Times Square
    1.64 mi • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Elizabeth to Times Square

The distance between Elizabeth, New York - New Jersey and Times Square, New York - New Jersey is approximately 29.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 101 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Elizabeth to Times Square by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Elizabeth to Times Square

To check the train schedule from Elizabeth to Times Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Elizabeth) and destination (Times Square), 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 Elizabeth to Times Square by train via NC, NC and PVL

To get from Elizabeth to Times Square in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the NC train from Elizabeth station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NC train and finally take the PVL train from Secaucus station to Westwood station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 12 min. The train schedule from Elizabeth may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Times Square on the Moovit app.

132min
Train - NC
Train - NC
Train - PVL
Walk to Times Square
Leaves from Elizabeth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Elizabeth
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3826| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3926| New York Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    8 min
  • 6
    Train - PVLPVL
    Wait for train
    PVL
    #1605| Spring Valley
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Westwood
    37 min
  • 8
    Walk to Times Square
    Walk to
    Times Square
    1.64 mi • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Elizabeth to Times Square?

    The fastest way takes 101 minutes, using Train line NJCL, Train line PVL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Elizabeth to Times Square?

    The alternative route takes 132 minutes, using Train line NC, Train line NC, Train line PVL.

  • Is there a direct train between Elizabeth and Times Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 41 min.

  • Which train line goes from Elizabeth to Times Square?

    The NJCL train line goes from #3506| New York Penn Station station near Elizabeth in Elizabeth to Secaucus station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Secaucus station near Times Square in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Elizabeth to Times Square by train?

    The total travel time between Elizabeth in Elizabeth and Times Square in New York - New Jersey by train is about 1 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Elizabeth to get to Times Square?

    Get on the NJCL train from the #3506| New York Penn Station station near Elizabeth in Elizabeth.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Elizabeth and Times Square?

    Get off the train at the Secaucus station, which is closest to Times Square in New York - New Jersey.

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