Kean University’s main campus is at 1000 Morris Avenue in Union, New Jersey, with campus entrances from several surrounding roads. Its map marks key buildings, campus areas and Union Train Station, while the university’s directions explain how to arrive by car.
- Address: 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083
- Driving approach: Garden State Parkway Exit 140, with the route varying by direction
- Transit: Union Train Station is across the street from the main campus
Finding Kean University's Main Campus
Kean University’s main campus is located at 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. The university’s main telephone number is (908) 737-KEAN (5326).
From the Garden State Parkway northbound, take Exit 140 and follow Route 82 East toward Elizabeth, which becomes Morris Avenue East. The campus is two miles along Morris Avenue on the right.
From the southbound Parkway, take Exit 140-A onto Route 22 West, then follow Route 82 East toward Elizabeth and Morris Avenue; the campus is two miles along Morris Avenue on the right.
The official map shows Main Campus, East Campus and Liberty Hall Campus, with entrances marked on Morris Avenue, Green Lane, Woodland Avenue, Irvington Avenue and North Avenue. Check the map before setting out so you can match your destination to an entrance.
Campus Landmarks and Visitor Orientation
Kean’s campus map marks the Miron Student Center, Nancy Thompson Library, Wilkins Theatre, Alumni Stadium, Liberty Hall Mansion and Union Train Station. Main Campus is described as 150 to 180 acres.
For a visit focused on Liberty Hall Mansion, the Liberty Hall Museum grounds and historic estate provide related context for the campus landmark.
Parking and Public Transit
Kean provides visitor parking arrangements and several transit connections, but parking rules and service details can change. Check the official site before you go, especially if you plan to park on campus.
Kean says visitors can register for a visitor day pass, using activation code VISDAY, or a visitor 3-day pass for an overnight campus stay.
The university directs visitors to the designated Visitor’s Lot or any white-lined, non-reserved campus space. Its parking information also says vehicles on campus need a registered ePermit and that parking is free on Kean University campuses.
Union Train Station, at 900 Green Lane, is directly across the street from Main Campus and is served by NJ Transit’s Raritan Valley Line. Elizabeth Station is about two miles from campus by bus or taxi and serves the Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast lines.
NJ Transit routes 52 and 26 pass the campus on Morris Avenue between Elizabeth and Springfield. Route 113S stops at Salem Road and Morris Avenue, while 113N stops at both East Campus and Main Campus.
For broader local connections, Elizabeth’s stations, local routes and day trips can help you plan the rest of your journey.
Planning a Campus Visit from Elizabeth
From the Ritz Motel, Kean University’s main campus is about a 9-minute drive. If you are traveling by train, Union Train Station sits across the street from campus; Elizabeth Station is another rail option, with bus or taxi travel onward to Kean.
Kean’s campus map marks shuttle-bus stops and identifies Main Campus, East Campus, Liberty Hall Campus and Union Train Station. The university publishes shuttle information separately, so check its official site for current service details before relying on a shuttle.
For a car visit, use the Parkway directions that match your direction of travel, then follow Morris Avenue to campus. Check Kean’s current visitor parking instructions before arrival, and use the campus map to locate the right entrance and destination.
FAQs
What is the address of Kean University’s main campus?
The main campus is at 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083.
Is there a train station at Kean University?
Union Train Station is directly across the street from Main Campus and is served by NJ Transit’s Raritan Valley Line.
How do visitors arrange campus parking?
Kean offers a visitor day pass and a visitor 3-day pass for overnight campus stays. Review the university’s current parking instructions before your visit.
Which campus landmarks appear on the map?
The map marks the Miron Student Center, Nancy Thompson Library, Wilkins Theatre, Alumni Stadium and Liberty Hall Mansion, among other campus locations.