The average train between Journal Square and Scotch Plains takes 55 min and the fastest train takes 47 min. There is an hourly train service from Journal Square to Scotch Plains. 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 Journal Square and Scotch Plains. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Journal Square is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Scotch Plains at 12:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark Penn Station and take an average of 55 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Journal Square to Scotch Plains? 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 Journal Square to Scotch Plains. However, there are services departing from Journal Square station and arriving at Scotch Plains station via Newark Penn Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.
Journal Square to Scotch Plains train services, operated by PATH, depart from Journal Square station.
Journal Square to Scotch Plains train services, operated by PATH, arrive at Fanwood station.
The distance between Journal Square and Scotch Plains is 29 km. The road distance is 31 km.
You can take a vehicle from Journal Square to Fanwood via Journal Square and Newark Penn Station in around 1h 17m.