How to get from Brooklyn to Turtle Back Zoo by bus and train?

Brooklyn to Turtle Back Zoo - Bus Schedule

The BM5 bus from Brooklyn to Turtle Back Zoo runs from 5:40 AM to 12:45 PM, with departures every 20 min-1 hr 10 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 41 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Brooklyn to Turtle Back Zoo by bus and train

To get from Brooklyn to Turtle Back Zoo in West Orange, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the BM5 bus from Ashford St /Cozine Av station to Madison Av / E 34 St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NEC train and finally take the 73 bus from Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station to Northfield Ave at Warnick Ln station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 41 min. The bus and train schedule from Brooklyn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Turtle Back Zoo on the Moovit app.

161min
Walk to bus station
Bus - BM5BM5
Train - NEC
Bus - 7373
Walk to Turtle Back Zoo
Leaves from Ashford St /Cozine Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ashford St /Cozine Av
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - BM5BM5
    Wait for bus
    BM5
    Midtown 57 St Via Madison Av
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison Av / E 34 St
    57 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 5
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3831| Trenton Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side)
    ID 18835
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 7373
    Wait for bus
    73
    Livingston Okner Parkway
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Northfield Ave at Warnick Ln
    ID 19515
    37 min
  • 10
    Walk to Turtle Back Zoo
    Walk to
    Turtle Back Zoo
    560 Northfield Ave
    440 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brooklyn to Turtle Back Zoo

The distance between Brooklyn, West Orange and Turtle Back Zoo, West Orange is approximately 32.91 mi, which can typically be travelled in 161 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brooklyn to Turtle Back Zoo by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in West Orange – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Brooklyn to Turtle Back Zoo

To check the bus and train schedule from Brooklyn to Turtle Back Zoo using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Brooklyn) and destination (Turtle Back Zoo), 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 Brooklyn to Turtle Back Zoo?

    The fastest way takes 161 minutes, using Bus line BM5, Train line NEC, Bus line 73.

  • Is there a direct bus between Brooklyn and Turtle Back Zoo?

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

  • Which bus line goes from Brooklyn to Turtle Back Zoo?

    The BM5 bus line goes from Ashford St /Cozine Av station near Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey to Madison Av / E 34 St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Madison Av / E 34 St station near Turtle Back Zoo in West Orange.

  • How long does it take to travel from Brooklyn to Turtle Back Zoo by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey and Turtle Back Zoo in West Orange by bus and train is about 2 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Brooklyn to get to Turtle Back Zoo?

    Get on the BM5 bus from the Ashford St /Cozine Av stop near Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Brooklyn and Turtle Back Zoo?

    Get off the bus at the Madison Av / E 34 St stop, which is closest to Turtle Back Zoo in West Orange.

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