The Prudential Center - only two blocks from the train.

Skip the parking, the traffic, and the tolls. NJ TRANSIT gets you to the Prudential Center — and home safely after the game.

Whether you’re heading to a Devils game, a Seton Hall Pirates matchup, a New York Sirens game, a concert, or any event at the Prudential Center, NJ TRANSIT drops you two blocks from the door at Newark Penn Station. No parking lots, no surge pricing, no driving after a fun night — just a reliable, affordable ride from nearly anywhere in the region.

Newark Penn Station is one of the most connected transit hubs in New Jersey — served by three rail lines, the Newark Light Rail, and over 30 bus routes connecting communities from the Shore to Paterson to the Hudson waterfront. If you live near a train station or a bus stop on a route that passes through Newark, there’s a good chance you can get to the Prudential Center in one seat.

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How to Get to the Prudential Center

Newark Penn Station is a two-block walk from the Prudential Center. Most riders take one train and walk straight in — no transfers, no parking. Use the tabs below to find your route.

By Rail - Just two blocks from the Prudential Center
  • The Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, and Raritan Valley Line serve Newark Penn Station directly — a 5-minute walk to the arena.
  • Traveling via the Main-Bergen County Lines or Pascack Valley Line? Transfer at Secaucus Junction to any southbound train — one stop to Newark Penn.
  • Taking the Morris & Essex Line or Montclair-Boonton Line? Arrive at Newark Broad Street Station and connect via the Newark Light Rail or a downtown-bound bus to reach the arena. See the Light Rail and Bus tabs for details.

Monthly rail pass valued at $67 or more? You can use it on NJ TRANSIT light rail or connecting buses up to the number of zones on your pass — show your valid pass to the operator.

Download Rail System Map (PDF) →

By Light Rail - Great option for the North Ward and Central Ward

The Newark Light Rail will drop you off at Military Park station — a short walk to the Prudential Center entrance.

Arriving at Newark Broad Street Station by Rail

Board the Light Rail southbound toward Newark Penn and then take a 5-minute walk to the arena. 

Riding Along the Grove Street Light Rail Corridor

If you live near a Light Rail station — from Grove Street through Washington Street — you can take the Light Rail directly to Military Park station without going to Penn Station first. Board any southbound service toward Newark Penn and exit at Military Park.

Download Newark Light Rail Map (PDF) →

By Bus - Over 30 bus lines stop near the Prudential Center

Over 30 NJ TRANSIT bus routes serve Newark Penn Station or Broad Street Station, connecting communities across nearly every county in New Jersey. Many routes drop you within a block or two of the Prudential Center. Press Ctrl+F / Command+F and type your town to find your route.

Download Newark Penn Station Area Map (PDF) →

Download Newark Broad Street Station Area Map (PDF) →

Monthly rail pass valued at $67 or more? Use it on connecting buses up to the number of zones on your pass. Some routes operate 5–6 days per week — check the schedule before you travel.

Bus Routes and the Towns They Serve

  • 1 — Irvington, Kearny, Jersey City
  • 5 — East Orange
  • 11 — Wayne, Little Falls, Cedar Grove, Montclair, Glen Ridge, Bloomfield
  • 13 — Irvington, Belleville, Nutley, Clifton
  • 21 — West Orange, Orange, East Orange
  • 24 — Orange, Elizabeth
  • 25 — Maplewood, Irvington
  • GO25 — Maplewood, Irvington
  • 27 — Irvington, Belleville, Bloomfield, Nutley, Clifton
  • 28 — Montclair State University, Montclair, Glen Ridge, Bloomfield ✈
  • GO28 — Bloomfield
  • 29 — Parsippany-Troy Hills, Montville, Fairfield, West Caldwell, Verona, Montclair, Glen Ridge, Bloomfield
  • 30 — North Arlington, Kearny, Harrison
  • 31 — South Orange
  • 34 — Montclair, Orange, Bloomfield, East Orange
  • 39 — Irvington
  • 40 — North Arlington, Kearny, Harrison, Port Newark, Elizabeth
  • 41 — Orange, East Orange
  • 44 — Orange, East Orange
  • 59 — Dunellen, Plainfield, Scotch Plains, Westfield, Garwood, Cranford, Roselle, Elizabeth, Hillside
  • 62 — Elizabeth ✈
  • 65 — Bridgewater, Somerville, Bound Brook, Middlesex, Dunellen, Plainfield, North Plainfield, Scotch Plains, Mountainside, Springfield, Union, Hillside
  • 66 — Mountainside, Springfield, Union, Hillside
  • 67 — Toms River, Brick Township, Lakewood, Howell, Freehold Borough & Township, Manalapan, Marlboro, Old Bridge ✈
  • 70 — Livingston, Florham Park, Summit, Springfield, Millburn, Union, Maplewood, Irvington
  • 71 — Fairfield, West Caldwell, Caldwell, Essex Fells, Roseland, Livingston, West Orange, Orange, East Orange
  • 72 — Paterson, Clifton, Bloomfield
  • 73 — Whippany, Livingston Mall & Township, Florham Park, Hanover, East Hanover, West Orange, Orange, East Orange
  • 76 — Hackensack, Hasbrouck Heights, Wood-Ridge, Moonachie, Carlstadt, East Rutherford, Lyndhurst, North Arlington, Kearny, East Newark
  • 78 — Secaucus
  • 79 — Parsippany-Troy Hills, West Orange, Orange, East Orange
  • 108 — New York City, Union City
  • 361 — Irvington, Kearny, Jersey City
  • 375 — Maplewood, Irvington
  • 378 — Secaucus

Before and After the Game

One advantage of taking the train: you know exactly when you're arriving. Here's how to make the most of it.

Got 2+ Hours? Head to the Ironbound.

Exit Newark Penn Station via the Market Street exit, cross Market Street near the Ironbound Trust Co building and walk to the left down Ferry Street — you're immediately in one of the best restaurant districts in New Jersey — Portuguese, Brazilian, and Spanish dining at every price point, with enough options that you'll find a table even on a busy game night. Go early, take your time, and walk to the arena from there.
Getting there: Ferry Street exit from Newark Penn Station. The district starts immediately.

Got 30–60 Minutes? Downtown

Exit Newark Penn Station via the Market Street exit and head to the right down Market Street 2-3 blocks to get into downtown. Tons of bars and restaurants on Market Street, Broad Street, and other nearby streets.
Getting there: 5-minute walk from Newark Penn Station, or Light Rail to Military Park station.

Tight on Time? Go Straight In.

Doors open 60–90 minutes before events. Concessions are available throughout the arena — no need to rush a meal outside if the timing doesn't work.

For the latest events, dining, and things to do in Newark, visit Newark Happening. For a full guide to getting around the city, see the NJ TRANSIT Newark city page →

Know Before You Go

Prudential Center has its own entry policies. Check the A-Z Guide at prucenter.com and your event page for event-specific details. Here's what most visitors need to know before they leave home.

Bag Policy
  • Bags up to 12" × 14" are permitted. Bags larger than 12"×14" are not allowed, with the exception of childcare or medical bags.
  • Backpacks of any size are not permitted inside the arena.
  • All bags are subject to search at entry. If your bag doesn't comply, it won't get in — check before you leave home. Storage lockers are available outside the M&M's Tower and Lafayette Street entrances ($8–$10).
Tickets & Entry
  • Box office hours: Monday–Friday, 11am–5pm (closed weekends, except on event days when it opens at 11am).
  • Doors open approximately 60–90 minutes before events. Check your event page at prucenter.com/events for exact times.
  • All guests pass through magnetometers and/or hand-wand screening at entry. Allow extra time.
  • Prudential Center has a no re-entry policy during events.
Food & Beverages
  • Outside food and beverages are not permitted, including water bottles. Concessions are available throughout the arena.
  • Guests with specific dietary needs due to medical conditions or religious requirements should contact Guest Services in advance at (973) 757-6000 or [email protected].
Cameras
  • Small non-professional cameras (without external flash or extendable lens) are permitted at some events. Camera policies vary by event — check your specific event page.
  • Professional cameras (lens 2.5" or greater), video equipment, GoPros, and selfie sticks are not permitted.
Getting In from Newark Penn Station
  • Exit Newark Penn Station toward Market Street — the Prudential Center is a two-block walk straight ahead. You'll see the arena.
  • The main entrance is at the Citizens Tower, northeast corner of Mulberry Street and Edison Place.

Full A-Z guide and event-specific policies at prucenter.com/a-z-guide.

Who Are You? Find Your Best Way to Ride.

Devils & Concert Fans

The best reason to take the train to The Rock: the game ends, the encore finishes, the crowd pours out — and your ride home is already sorted. No surge pricing, no mad dash to exit the parking lot, no designated driver. Parking near the Prudential Center runs $22–$50 per event, depending on the lot. The NJ TRANSIT fare is typically far less, with no stress on either end.

Evening service runs well past midnight on most lines. Last outbound departures from Newark Penn Station on weekdays:

  • Northeast Corridor toward Trenton: ~1:40am — NEC timetable
  • Northeast Corridor toward New York (also connects to Secaucus — see note below): ~1:49am
  • North Jersey Coast Line toward Long Branch/Bay Head: ~1:18am — NJCL timetable
  • Raritan Valley Line toward High Bridge: ~1:28am — RVL timetable

Last outbound departures from Newark Broad Street Station on weekdays (M&E and Montclair-Boonton riders connect from Newark Penn via Light Rail or bus):

  • Morris & Essex Line toward Dover/Hoboken: ~1:15am — M&E timetable
  • Montclair-Boonton toward MSU/Bay Street: ~12:53am — BNTN timetable
    • toward Hackettstown: ~11:01pm (Hackettstown-bound service ends significantly earlier — check ahead)

Riding the Main-Bergen County Line or Pascack Valley Line? After the game, board a northbound train from Newark Penn Station to Secaucus Junction — make sure there's an "SEC" next to the northbound train on the departure board — and connect northbound to your home line. 

  • Main-Bergen from Secaucus: ~1:43am — MNBN timetable
  • Pascack Valley from Secaucus: ~11:23pm on regular weekdays; ~12:43am on Fridays, weekends, and holidays — PVL timetable
Visitors & Out-of-Towners

Newark Penn Station is well-signed and straightforward. When you exit toward Mulberry Street, the Prudential Center is a two-block walk straight ahead — you’ll see it. Gates typically open 90 minutes before events. Buy your NJ TRANSIT ticket on the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App or at a station machine before you board to avoid the $5.00 on-board surcharge. If you’re unsure which route to take, the Trip Planner will find the fastest connection from your starting point.

Consider staying at a hotel near a GO28 or 62 bus stop for convenient access to all Newark Liberty International Airport terminals and the Prudential Center. 

Families & Groups

The Prudential Center is an easy family trip by train — no parking lot, no highway traffic with tired kids. Children ages 5–11 travel at half price, and up to three children 4 and under ride free with a paying adult. On weekends and holidays, up to two kids (5–11) ride free with a fare-paying adult. For groups of 8 or more, group travel options are available.

College Students

Save 25% on your commute with the Student Monthly Pass. Direct NJ TRANSIT service connects Seton Hall’s main campus, Rutgers–Newark, and NJIT to Newark Penn Station, putting you a two-block walk from the arena.

Seniors & Riders with Disabilities

Reduced fares are available at all times on NJ TRANSIT. All NJ TRANSIT buses and Newark Light Rail cars are fully ADA accessible. Newark Penn Station is ADA accessible. Learn more about Reduced Fares and Access Link ADA paratransit service.

Safety & Security on NJ TRANSIT

Your safety is our top priority — every trip, every time.

  • Transit Police Presence — NJ TRANSIT Police patrol trains, stations, and platforms 24/7, with enhanced presence during major events at Prudential Center.
  • See Something, Say Something — Report suspicious activity through the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App or by texting NJTPD to 65873.
  • Well-Lit Stations & Security Cameras — Newark Penn Station features lighting, surveillance, and emergency call boxes throughout.
  • Real-Time Alerts — Stay informed with live service updates via the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App.

Ticketing & Fares

NJ TRANSIT Mobile App

The most secure way to buy NJ TRANSIT tickets and passes. Available free from the Apple App Store and Google Play. Buy, store, and scan tickets from your phone before you board.

Tap & Ride

NJ TRANSIT light rail and buses support Tap & Ride. On the Newark Light Rail, tap the validator at the station with your credit or debit card or phone. On buses, tap at the front and let the driver know your destination.

Web Tickets

Purchase train tickets in advance at webtickets.njtransit.com.

Ticket Vending Machines & Ticket Offices

Available at Newark Penn Station and other major stations for cash and card purchases.

⚠ Buy before you board. Purchasing a ticket on board adds a $5.00 surcharge to your fare. For events at Prudential Center, buying your round-trip ticket before you leave saves time and the surcharge.

Skip the parking. Take the train.

Newark Penn Station is a two-block walk from the Prudential Center — and NJ TRANSIT connects to it from nearly every corner of North and Central Jersey. Plan your trip before game day, buy your round-trip ticket on the app, and skip the parking entirely.

Plan Your Trip Download the NJ TRANSIT App