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Rutgers University to Hackensack trains

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The average train between Rutgers University and Hackensack takes 1h 27m and the fastest train takes 59 min. There is a train service every few hours from Rutgers University 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.

1h 27m
Duration
37 mi
Distance
$15
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from New Brunswick to Secaucus Upper Leveltrain train Nec
  2. Take the train from Secaucus Lower Level to Essex Streettrain train Pasc
1h 59m
$5–26

Rutgers University to Hackensack train times

Trains run hourly between Rutgers University and Hackensack. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rutgers University is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Hackensack at 1:10 AM. All services require a transfer at New Brunswick and take an average of 1h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit59 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 31m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 16m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit2h 7m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit59 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 31m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit2h 7m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit59 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 31m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit2h 7m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit59 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 31m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 32m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 35m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Rutgers University to Hackensack.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 37.1 mi
  • Duration: 1h 27m

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

You can take a vehicle from Rutgers University to Essex Street via New Brunswick and Secaucus Lower Level in around 1h 59m.

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