The average train between Hackensack and South Amboy takes 2h 6m and the fastest train takes 57 min. The train service runs several times per day from Hackensack to South Amboy. 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 every 3 hours between Hackensack and South Amboy. The earliest departure is at 12:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Hackensack is at 10:00 PM which arrives into South Amboy at 11:25 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 17m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Hackensack to South Amboy? 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 South Amboy. However, there are services departing from Hackensack station and arriving at South Amboy station via Secaucus Lower Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.
Hackensack to South Amboy train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Essex Street station.
Hackensack to South Amboy train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at South Amboy station.
The distance between Hackensack and South Amboy is 49.2 km. The road distance is 55 km.
You can take a train from Essex Street to South Amboy via Secaucus Upper Level in around 1h 34m.