The average train between Metuchen and Hackensack takes 1h 24m and the fastest train takes 57 min. There is a train service every few hours from Metuchen to Hackensack. 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 2 hours between Metuchen and Hackensack. The earliest departure is at 7:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metuchen is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Hackensack at 1:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 25m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Metuchen to Hackensack? 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 Metuchen to Hackensack. However, there are services departing from Metuchen station and arriving at Essex Street station via Secaucus Upper Level station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.
Metuchen to Hackensack train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Metuchen station.
Metuchen to Hackensack train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Essex Street station.
The distance between Metuchen and Hackensack is 46.7 km. The road distance is 52 km.
You can take a train from Metuchen to Essex Street via Secaucus Lower Level in around 1h 44m.