The average train between Hackensack and Lawrence takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Hackensack to Lawrence. 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 Hackensack and Lawrence. The earliest departure is at 12:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Hackensack is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Lawrence at 12:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Secaucus Upper Level and take an average of 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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1h 48m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Hackensack to Lawrence? 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 Hackensack to Lawrence. However, there are services departing from Essex Street station and arriving at Lawrence station via Secaucus Lower Level station and Jamaica station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Hackensack to Lawrence train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Essex Street station.
Hackensack to Lawrence train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Lawrence station.
The distance between Hackensack and Lawrence is 40 km. The road distance is 46 km.
You can take a train from Essex Street to Lawrence via Secaucus Upper Level, New York Penn Station, and Jamaica in around 1h 55m.