The average train between Metuchen and Plainfield takes 1h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h. There is a train service every few hours from Metuchen to Plainfield. 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 hourly between Metuchen and Plainfield. The earliest departure is at 12:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Metuchen is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Plainfield at 12:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 16m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Metuchen to Plainfield? 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 Plainfield. However, there are services departing from Metuchen station and arriving at Netherwood station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.
Metuchen to Plainfield train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Metuchen station.
Metuchen to Plainfield train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Netherwood station.
The distance between Metuchen and Plainfield is 10.7 km. The road distance is 13 km.
You can take a train from Metuchen to Netherwood via Newark Penn Station in around 1h 40m.