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Metuchen to Columbus Circle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Metuchen and Columbus Circle takes 1h 2m and the fastest train takes 51 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Metuchen to Columbus Circle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 2m
Duration
29 mi
Distance
$12
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Metuchen to Columbus Circle train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Metuchen and Columbus Circle. The earliest departure is at 12:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Metuchen is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Columbus Circle at 1:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Penn Station and take an average of 1h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    NJ TransitMTA1h 57m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    NJ TransitMTA1h 15m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitMTA1h 9m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitMTA56 min • 1 change
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    NJ TransitMTA1h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    NJ TransitMTA1h 14m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitMTA1h 8m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitMTA1h 4m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitMTA58 min • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Metuchen to Columbus Circle? 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.

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  • Distance: 28.7 mi
  • Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Metuchen, NJ, USA and Columbus Circle, NY, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Metuchen to New York Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–15 and the journey takes 53 min.

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