What is the cheapest way to get from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield?

The cheapest way to get from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield?

The fastest way to get from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Franklin Lakes and South Plainfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield. However, there are services departing from Franklin Ave & Old Mill Rd and arriving at Front St 350' N Of S. Plainfield Ave via Port Authority Bus Terminal and Park Ave At Depot Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Franklin Lakes and South Plainfield?

No, there is no direct train from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield. However, there are services departing from Ridgewood and arriving at Metuchen via Secaucus Upper Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield?

The distance between Franklin Lakes and South Plainfield is 52 miles. The road distance is 38.7 miles.

How do I travel from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield without a car?

The best way to get from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs $6 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield bus from?

Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Franklin Ave & Old Mill Rd station.

Where do I catch the Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield train from?

Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Ridgewood station.

Train or bus from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield?

The best way to get from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs $6 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $60 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield bus arrive?

Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield train arrive?

Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Secaucus Lower Level station.

Can I drive from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield is 39 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield.

Where can I stay near South Plainfield?

There are 352+ hotels available in South Plainfield.

Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Ridgewood to Secaucus Lower Leveltrain Mnbn / ...
2. Take the train from Secaucus Upper Level to Metuchentrain Nec
3h 23m
$6–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Franklin Ave & Old Mill Rd to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus ShortLine Hudson
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Watchung Ave At E 4Th Stbus 113
4h 32m
$20–56
Drive 38.5 mi
1. Drive from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfieldcar 38.5 mi
55 min
$7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Franklin Lakes to South Plainfieldtaxi 38.5 mi
55 min
$150–180

Franklin Lakes to South Plainfield by bus and train

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 51.2 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Franklin Lakes, NJ, USA and South Plainfield, NJ, USA?

You can take a bus from Franklin Ave At Bowers Ln to Front St 350' N Of S. Plainfield Ave via Wilsey Square At West Ridgewood Ave, Ridgewood, Secaucus Upper Level, Metuchen, and Pennsylvania Ave At Metuchen Rail Sta in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Franklin Ave & Old Mill Rd to Front St 350' N Of S. Plainfield Ave via Port Authority Bus Terminal, Watchung Ave At E 4Th St, and Park Ave At Depot Place in around 4h 32m.

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