The average train between Scotch Plains and Metuchen takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 8m. There is an hourly train service from Scotch Plains to Metuchen. 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 Metuchen. 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 Metuchen at 12:46 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 28m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Scotch Plains to Metuchen? 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 Metuchen. However, there are services departing from Fanwood station and arriving at Metuchen station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.
Scotch Plains to Metuchen train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Fanwood station.
Scotch Plains to Metuchen train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Metuchen station.
The distance between Scotch Plains and Metuchen is 12.7 km. The road distance is 16 km.
You can take a train from Fanwood to Metuchen via Newark Penn Station in around 1h 18m.