The average train between Plainfield and Metuchen takes 1h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Plainfield to Metuchen. 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 Plainfield and Metuchen. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Plainfield is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Metuchen at 12:04 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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Want to know about travelling from Plainfield to Metuchen? 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 Plainfield to Metuchen. However, there are services departing from Plainfield station and arriving at Metuchen station via Newark Penn Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.
Plainfield to Metuchen train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Netherwood station.
Plainfield to Metuchen train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Metuchen station.
The distance between Plainfield and Metuchen is 10.7 km. The road distance is 52 km.
You can take a train from Netherwood to Metuchen via Newark Penn Station in around 1h 23m.