The average train between Metuchen and Scotch Plains takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 56 min. There is an hourly train service from Metuchen 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 Metuchen and Scotch Plains. The earliest departure is at 12:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Metuchen is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Scotch Plains at 12:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 20m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Metuchen 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 Metuchen to Scotch Plains. However, there are services departing from Metuchen station and arriving at Fanwood station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.
Metuchen to Scotch Plains train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Metuchen station.
Metuchen to Scotch Plains train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Fanwood station.
The distance between Metuchen and Scotch Plains is 12.7 km. The road distance is 16 km.
You can take a train from Metuchen to Fanwood via Newark Penn Station in around 1h 37m.