What is the cheapest way to get from Metuchen to Plainfield?

The cheapest way to get from Metuchen to Plainfield is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Metuchen to Plainfield?

The fastest way to get from Metuchen to Plainfield is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $29 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Metuchen and Plainfield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Main St At Rt-27 and arriving at Watchung Ave At E 4Th St. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Metuchen and Plainfield?

No, there is no direct train from Metuchen to Plainfield. However, there are services departing from Metuchen and arriving at Netherwood via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Metuchen to Plainfield?

The distance between Metuchen and Plainfield is 10 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

How do I travel from Metuchen to Plainfield without a car?

The best way to get from Metuchen to Plainfield without a car is to line 819 bus which takes 34 min and costs $1 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Metuchen to Plainfield?

The line 819 bus from Main St At Rt-27 to Watchung Ave At E 4Th St takes 34 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Metuchen to Plainfield bus from?

Metuchen to Plainfield bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Main St At Rt-27 station.

Where do I catch the Metuchen to Plainfield train from?

Metuchen to Plainfield train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Metuchen station.

Train or bus from Metuchen to Plainfield?

The best way to get from Metuchen to Plainfield is to line 819 bus which takes 34 min and costs $1 - $7. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 - $25 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Metuchen to Plainfield bus arrive?

Metuchen to Plainfield bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Watchung Ave At E 4Th St station.

Where does the Metuchen to Plainfield train arrive?

Metuchen to Plainfield train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Metuchen to Plainfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Metuchen to Plainfield is 8 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Metuchen to Plainfield.

Where can I stay near Plainfield?

There are 209+ hotels available in Plainfield.

Metuchen to Plainfield - 4 ways to travel via train, line 819 bus, taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Metuchen to Plainfield by bus, train, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 819 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Main St At Rt-27 to Watchung Ave At E 4Th Stbus 819
34 min
$1–7
Train
1. Take the train from Metuchen to Newark Penn Stationtrain Nec
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Netherwoodtrain Rarv
1h 40m
$5–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Metuchen to Plainfieldtaxi 7.8 mi
14 min
$29–35
Drive 7.8 mi
1. Drive from Metuchen to Plainfieldcar 7.8 mi
14 min
$2–3

Metuchen to Plainfield by bus

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Distance: 9.7 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Metuchen, NJ, USA and Plainfield, NJ, USA?

NJ Transit operates a bus from Main St At Rt-27 to Watchung Ave At E 4Th St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $1–7 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Metuchen to Netherwood via Newark Penn Station in around 1h 40m.

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