The average train between Avenel and Metuchen takes 42 min and the fastest train takes 21 min. There is a train service every few hours from Avenel 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 Avenel and Metuchen. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Avenel is at 11:13 PM which arrives into Metuchen at 11:57 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 42 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Avenel to Metuchen. However, there are services departing from Avenel station and arriving at Metuchen station via Rahway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.
Avenel to Metuchen train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Avenel station.
Avenel to Metuchen train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Metuchen station.
The distance between Avenel and Metuchen is 7.8 km. The road distance is 14 km.
You can take a train from Avenel to Metuchen via Rahway in around 39 min.