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Plainfield to Rutgers University trains

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The average train between Plainfield and Rutgers University takes 1h 30m and the fastest train takes 1h. There is a train service every few hours from Plainfield to Rutgers University. 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 30m
Duration
38 mi
Distance
$23
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Plainfield to Rutgers University train times

Trains run hourly between Plainfield and Rutgers University. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Plainfield is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Rutgers University at 12:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark Penn Station and take an average of 1h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    NJ TransitAmtrak1h 9m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 32m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitAmtrak1h 5m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 32m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 59m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 31m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 32m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 59m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 31m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 32m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 59m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 31m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 32m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 59m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 31m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 32m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 59m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 31m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 32m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitAmtrak1h 9m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 32m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitAmtrak1h 5m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Plainfield to Rutgers University? 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.

Map of how to get from Plainfield to Rutgers University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 37.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Plainfield, NJ, USA and Rutgers University, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Netherwood to Rutgers University via Newark Penn Station and New Brunswick in around 1h 32m.

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