The average train between Islip and Montclair takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Islip to Montclair. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Islip and Montclair. The earliest departure is at 3:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Islip is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Montclair at 1:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Jamaica and take an average of 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Islip to Montclair? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Islip to Montclair. However, there are services departing from Islip station and arriving at Montclair station via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Islip to Montclair train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Islip station.
Islip to Montclair train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Watchung Avenue station.
The distance between Islip and Montclair is 84.8 km. The road distance is 99 km.
You can take a train from Islip to Watchung Avenue via Jamaica and New York Penn Station in around 2h 39m.