What is the cheapest way to get from South Plainfield to Short Hills?

The cheapest way to get from South Plainfield to Short Hills is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Plainfield to Short Hills?

The fastest way to get from South Plainfield to Short Hills is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $90 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between South Plainfield and Short Hills?

No, there is no direct bus from South Plainfield to Short Hills. However, there are services departing from Plainfield Ave At Sampton Ave and arriving at Maple St At Broad St# via Plainfield Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from South Plainfield to Short Hills?

The distance between South Plainfield and Short Hills is 20 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

How do I travel from South Plainfield to Short Hills without a car?

The best way to get from South Plainfield to Short Hills without a car is to line 819 bus and line 986 bus which takes 2h 20m and costs $5 - $21.

How long does it take to get from South Plainfield to Short Hills?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from South Plainfield to Short Hills, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Plainfield to Short Hills bus from?

South Plainfield to Short Hills bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Plainfield Ave At Sampton Ave station.

Where does the South Plainfield to Short Hills bus arrive?

South Plainfield to Short Hills bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Watchung Ave At E 4Th St station.

Can I drive from South Plainfield to Short Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between South Plainfield to Short Hills is 15 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from South Plainfield to Short Hills.

Where can I stay near Short Hills?

There are 1164+ hotels available in Short Hills.

South Plainfield to Short Hills - 3 ways to travel via line 819 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from South Plainfield to Short Hills by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 819 bus, line 986 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Plainfield Ave At Sampton Ave to Watchung Ave At E 4Th Stbus 819
2. Take the bus from Plainfield Rail Station to Maple St At Broad St#bus 986
2h 20m
$5–21
Drive 15.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Plainfield to Short Hillscar 15.2 mi
27 min
$3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Plainfield to Short Hillstaxi 15.2 mi
27 min
$90–110

South Plainfield to Short Hills by bus and train

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2h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between South Plainfield, NJ, USA and Short Hills, NJ, USA?

You can take a bus from Plainfield Ave At Sampton Ave to Short Hills via Watchung Ave At E 4Th St, Plainfield Rail Station, Maple St At Broad St#, and Summit in around 2h 20m.

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