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Trip Overview

The average train between Hackensack and Rutgers University takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Hackensack to Rutgers University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 20m
Duration
37 mi
Distance
$17
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Hackensack to Rutgers University train times

Trains run hourly between Hackensack and Rutgers University. The earliest departure is at 12:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Hackensack is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Rutgers University at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Secaucus Upper Level and take an average of 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 26m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 21m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 10m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 34m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 3m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 30m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 10m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 34m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 30m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 10m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 34m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 30m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 10m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 34m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 30m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 10m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 34m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 30m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 26m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 26m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 21m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hackensack to Rutgers University? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Hackensack to Rutgers University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 37.1 mi
  • Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Hackensack, NJ, USA and Rutgers University, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Essex Street to Rutgers University via Secaucus Upper Level and New Brunswick in around 1h 24m.

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