The average train between Scotch Plains and Manhattan takes 1h 2m and the fastest train takes 51 min. There is an hourly train service from Scotch Plains to Manhattan. 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 Scotch Plains and Manhattan. The earliest departure is at 12:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotch Plains is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Manhattan at 12:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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56 min • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Scotch Plains to Manhattan? 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 Scotch Plains to Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Fanwood station and arriving at New York Penn Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.
Scotch Plains to Manhattan train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Fanwood station.
Scotch Plains to Manhattan train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.
The distance between Scotch Plains and Manhattan is 38.4 km. The road distance is 45 km.
You can take a train from Fanwood to New York Penn Station via Newark Penn Station in around 59 min.