How to get from Edison to Union City, NJ by bus and train?

From Edison to Union City, NJ by bus and train

To get from Edison to Union City, NJ in Union City, take the NC train from Edison station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, take the 108 bus from Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station to 30th St at Bergenline Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Edison may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Union City, NJ on the Moovit app.

87min
Train - NC
Bus - 108108
Walk to Union City, NJ
Leaves from Edison

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edison
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3714| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side)
    ID 18835
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 108108
    Wait for bus
    108
    New York Via Union City
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    30th St at Bergenline Ave
    ID 21681
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to Union City, NJ
    Walk to
    Union City, NJ
    480 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Edison to Union City, NJ by bus and train via NC, RED and 88

To get from Edison to Union City, NJ you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NC train from Edison station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED train and finally take the 88 bus from Journal Square Transportation Center station to JFK Blvd at 36th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Edison may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Union City, NJ on the Moovit app.

87min
Train - NC
Train - RED
Bus - 8888
Walk to Union City, NJ
Leaves from Edison

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edison
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3714| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    30 min
  • 4
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Journal Square Transportation Center
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 8888
    Wait for bus
    88
    North Bergen 91st Street
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    JFK Blvd at 36th St
    ID 21732
    27 min
  • 9
    Walk to Union City, NJ
    Walk to
    Union City, NJ
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Edison to Union City, NJ

The distance between Edison and Union City, NJ is approximately 30.3 mi, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edison to Union City, NJ by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Union City – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Edison to Union City, NJ

To check the bus and train schedule from Edison to Union City, NJ using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Edison) and destination (Union City, 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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Alternative route from Edison to Union City, NJ by bus and train via NC, RED and 88

To get from Edison to Union City, NJ you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NC train from Edison station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED train and finally take the 88 bus from Journal Square Transportation Center station to JFK Blvd at 36th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Edison may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Union City, NJ on the Moovit app.

87min
Train - NC
Train - RED
Bus - 8888
Walk to Union City, NJ
Leaves from Edison

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edison
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3714| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    30 min
  • 4
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Journal Square Transportation Center
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 8888
    Wait for bus
    88
    North Bergen 91st Street
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    JFK Blvd at 36th St
    ID 21732
    27 min
  • 9
    Walk to Union City, NJ
    Walk to
    Union City, NJ
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Edison to Union City, NJ?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Train line NC, Bus line 108.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Edison to Union City, NJ?

    The alternative route takes 87 minutes, using Train line NC, Train line RED, Bus line 88.

  • Is there a direct train between Edison and Union City, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edison to Union City, NJ?

    The NC train line goes from #3714| New York Penn Station station near Edison in Edison to Newark Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Newark Penn Station station near Union City, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from Edison to Union City, NJ by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Edison and Union City, NJ by train and bus is about 1 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Edison to get to Union City, NJ?

    Get on the NC train from the #3714| New York Penn Station station near Edison in Edison.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Edison and Union City, NJ?

    Get off the train at the Newark Penn Station stop, which is closest to Union City, NJ.

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