The average train between Elizabeth and Hackensack takes 56 min and the fastest train takes 38 min. There is a train service every few hours from Elizabeth 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.
Trains run hourly between Elizabeth and Hackensack. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Elizabeth is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Hackensack at 1:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 56 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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44 min • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Elizabeth to Hackensack? 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 Elizabeth to Hackensack. However, there are services departing from Elizabeth station and arriving at Hackensack station via Secaucus Upper Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.
Elizabeth to Hackensack train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Elizabeth station.
Elizabeth to Hackensack train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Essex Street station.
The distance between Elizabeth and Hackensack is 28.4 km. The road distance is 31 km.
You can take a train from Elizabeth to Essex Street via Secaucus Lower Level in around 1h 22m.