The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Trenton, NJ
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Trenton, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Trenton, NJ will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 35 trains that leave New York, NY for Trenton, NJ every day 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
111 Northeast Regional4:501h01Penn Station, New York, NY5:51Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ£91One-way0 changes
179 Northeast Regional0:110h57Penn Station, New York, NY1:08Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ£91One-way0 changes
639 Keystone Service21:000h55Penn Station, New York, NY21:55Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ£141One-way0 changes
113 Northeast Regional6:320h57Penn Station, New York, NY7:29Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ£141One-way0 changes
95 Northeast Regional10:350h53Penn Station, New York, NY11:28Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ£161One-way0 changes
643 Keystone Service9:280h49Penn Station, New York, NY10:17Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ£201One-way0 changes
645 Keystone Service12:050h49Penn Station, New York, NY12:54Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ£161One-way0 changes
653 Keystone Service17:100h50Penn Station, New York, NY18:00Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ£1031One-way0 changes
651 Keystone Service16:030h50Penn Station, New York, NY16:53Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ£361One-way0 changes
43 Pennsylvanian10:520h50Penn Station, New York, NY11:42Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ£161One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for New York, NY to Trenton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Trenton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 83 km
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
New York, NY to Trenton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Trenton, NJ trains for today, Tuesday 12 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
645 Keystone Service | 12:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h49 | 12:54 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 12:10 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h03 | 13:13 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 12:40 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h04 | 13:44 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
609 Keystone Service | 12:54 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h57 | 13:51 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
19 Crescent | 14:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h57 | 14:57 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
647 Keystone Service | 14:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h53 | 15:04 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 14:30 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h00 | 15:30 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
649 Keystone Service | 14:44 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h53 | 15:37 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 15:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h55 | 16:00 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
651 Keystone Service | 16:03 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h50 | 16:53 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 16:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h57 | 17:02 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 16:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h05 | 17:29 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
653 Keystone Service | 17:10 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h50 | 18:00 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 18:25 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h56 | 19:21 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
655 Keystone Service | 18:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h53 | 19:28 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
55 Vermonter | 18:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h51 | 19:36 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 19:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h55 | 20:47 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
657 Keystone Service | 20:30 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h53 | 21:23 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
639 Keystone Service | 21:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h55 | 21:55 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 22:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h03 | 23:08 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:05 New York, NY | 0h57 | 3:02 Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 12 May | |||||
67 Northeast Regional | 23:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h58 | 0:21 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 13 May | |||||
![]() | 5:20 New York, NY | 0h55 | 6:15 Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:35 New York, NY | 0h55 | 10:30 Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:50 New York, NY | 1h01 | 10:51 Trenton, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Trenton, NJ
Trains from New York, NY to Trenton, NJ run on average 28 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 47m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from New York, NY to Trenton, NJ trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between New York, NY and Trenton, NJ from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: New York, NY to Trenton, NJ train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Trenton, NJ by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trenton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in New York, NY and Trenton, NJ
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with multiple entry and exit points.
- Settimo Cielo
- 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Trenton Marriott Downtown
- Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites
- Wyndham Garden Trenton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: Platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 409, 601, 606, 608, 609, 611, 619
- Light Rail: River Line
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