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

From Riverhead to Union City, NJ by bus and train

To get from Riverhead to Union City, NJ you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GREENPORT SERVICE train from Riverhead station to Ronkonkoma station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RONKONKOMA BRANCH train and finally take the 154 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to JFK Blvd at 36th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 15 min. The bus and train schedule from Riverhead may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Union City, NJ on the Moovit app.

195min
Walk to train station
Train - GREENPORT SERVICE
Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
Bus - 154154
Walk to Union City, NJ
Leaves from Riverhead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Riverhead
    1.17 mi • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - GREENPORT SERVICE
    Wait for train
    GREENPORT SERVICE
    Ronkonkoma (Bus)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ronkonkoma
    48 min
  • 4
    Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
    Wait for train
    RONKONKOMA BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    81 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0.55 mi • 12 min
  • 7
    Bus - 154154
    Wait for bus
    154
    Fort Lee
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    JFK Blvd at 36th St
    ID 21732
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Union City, NJ
    Walk to
    Union City, NJ
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Riverhead to Union City, NJ by bus and train via GREENPORT SERVICE, RONKONKOMA BRANCH and 161

To get from Riverhead to Union City, NJ you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GREENPORT SERVICE train from Riverhead station to Ronkonkoma station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RONKONKOMA BRANCH train and finally take the 161 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to 31st St at Bergenline Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 17 min. The bus and train schedule from Riverhead may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Union City, NJ on the Moovit app.

197min
Walk to train station
Train - GREENPORT SERVICE
Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
Bus - 161161
Walk to Union City, NJ
Leaves from Riverhead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Riverhead
    1.17 mi • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - GREENPORT SERVICE
    Wait for train
    GREENPORT SERVICE
    Ronkonkoma (Bus)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ronkonkoma
    48 min
  • 4
    Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
    Wait for train
    RONKONKOMA BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    81 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0.55 mi • 12 min
  • 7
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    Paterson Via Commerce Blvd
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    31st St at Bergenline Ave
    ID 21687
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Union City, NJ
    Walk to
    Union City, NJ
    390 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Riverhead to Union City, NJ

The distance between Riverhead and Union City, NJ is approximately 79.81 mi, which can typically be travelled in 195 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Riverhead 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 Riverhead to Union City, NJ

To check the bus and train schedule from Riverhead to Union City, NJ using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Riverhead) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Riverhead to Union City, NJ by bus and train via GREENPORT SERVICE, RONKONKOMA BRANCH and 161

To get from Riverhead to Union City, NJ you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GREENPORT SERVICE train from Riverhead station to Ronkonkoma station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RONKONKOMA BRANCH train and finally take the 161 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to 31st St at Bergenline Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 17 min. The bus and train schedule from Riverhead may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Union City, NJ on the Moovit app.

197min
Walk to train station
Train - GREENPORT SERVICE
Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
Bus - 161161
Walk to Union City, NJ
Leaves from Riverhead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Riverhead
    1.17 mi • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - GREENPORT SERVICE
    Wait for train
    GREENPORT SERVICE
    Ronkonkoma (Bus)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ronkonkoma
    48 min
  • 4
    Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
    Wait for train
    RONKONKOMA BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    81 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0.55 mi • 12 min
  • 7
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    Paterson Via Commerce Blvd
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    31st St at Bergenline Ave
    ID 21687
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Union City, NJ
    Walk to
    Union City, NJ
    390 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 195 minutes, using Train line GREENPORT SERVICE, Train line RONKONKOMA BRANCH, Bus line 154.

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

    The alternative route takes 197 minutes, using Train line GREENPORT SERVICE, Train line RONKONKOMA BRANCH, Bus line 161.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 15 min.

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

    The GREENPORT SERVICE train line goes from Riverhead station near Riverhead in Riverhead to Ronkonkoma (Bus) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Ronkonkoma (Bus) station near Union City, NJ.

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

    The total travel time between Riverhead and Union City, NJ by train and bus is about 3 hr 15 min.

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

    Get on the GREENPORT SERVICE train from the Riverhead station near Riverhead in Riverhead.

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

    Get off the train at the Ronkonkoma (Bus) stop, which is closest to Union City, NJ.

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