What is the cheapest way to get from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains?

The cheapest way to get from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains?

The fastest way to get from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Elizabeth and Scotch Plains?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broad St At Jersey St and arriving at Westfield Ave At Westfield Rd. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Elizabeth and Scotch Plains?

No, there is no direct train from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains. However, there are services departing from Elizabeth and arriving at Fanwood via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains?

The distance between Elizabeth and Scotch Plains is 13 miles. The road distance is 10.2 miles.

How do I travel from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains without a car?

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains without a car is to line 59 bus which takes 38 min and costs $2 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains?

The line 59 bus from Broad St At Jersey St to Westfield Ave At Westfield Rd takes 38 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Elizabeth to Scotch Plains bus from?

Elizabeth to Scotch Plains bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Broad St At Jersey St station.

Where do I catch the Elizabeth to Scotch Plains train from?

Elizabeth to Scotch Plains train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Elizabeth station.

Train or bus from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains?

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains is to line 59 bus which takes 38 min and costs $2 - $8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 - $22 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Elizabeth to Scotch Plains bus arrive?

Elizabeth to Scotch Plains bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Westfield Ave At Westfield Rd station.

Where does the Elizabeth to Scotch Plains train arrive?

Elizabeth to Scotch Plains train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains?

Yes, the driving distance between Elizabeth to Scotch Plains is 10 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains.

Where can I stay near Scotch Plains?

There are 541+ hotels available in Scotch Plains.

Elizabeth to Scotch Plains - 4 ways to travel via train, line 59 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Elizabeth to Scotch Plains by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 59 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Broad St At Jersey St to Westfield Ave At Westfield Rdbus 59
38 min
$2–8
Train
1. Take the train from Elizabeth to Newark Penn Stationtrain Nec / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Fanwoodtrain Rarv
1h 13m
$5–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elizabeth to Scotch Plainstaxi 10.2 mi
20 min
$60–75
Drive 10.2 mi
1. Drive from Elizabeth to Scotch Plainscar 10.2 mi
20 min
$2–3

Elizabeth to Scotch Plains by bus

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Distance: 12.8 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Elizabeth, NJ, USA and Scotch Plains, NJ, USA?

NJ Transit operates a bus from Broad St At Jersey St to Westfield Ave At Westfield Rd hourly. Tickets cost $2–8 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elizabeth to Fanwood via Newark Penn Station in around 1h 13m.

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