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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Vast museum spanning ancient to modern art, with standout collections from Egypt, Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£14
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£59
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
52 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
54 m
Trains on 13 Oct
21
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trenton, NJ to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trenton, NJ to New York, NY will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 21 trains from Trenton, NJ to New York, NY, including 21 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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.
80 Carolinian
1128 Northeast Regional
1138 Northeast Regional
1150 Northeast Regional
1156 Northeast Regional
648 Keystone Service
42 Pennsylvanian
656 Keystone Service
1150 Northeast Regional
626 Keystone ServiceTrains from Trenton, NJ to New York, NY run on average 29 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 29m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Trenton, NJ to New York, NY trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1118 Northeast Regional | 12:36 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h59 | 13:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1082 Northeast Regional | 12:58 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h58 | 13:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1088 Northeast Regional | 13:49 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h58 | 14:47 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
650 Keystone Service | 14:43 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h02 | 15:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1194 Northeast Regional | 15:34 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h07 | 16:41 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 15:56 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h54 | 16:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1156 Northeast Regional | 17:04 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h58 | 18:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1168 Northeast Regional | 17:47 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h59 | 18:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1146 Northeast Regional | 18:49 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h57 | 19:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
80 Carolinian | 19:45 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h00 | 20:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1142 Northeast Regional | 19:52 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h02 | 20:54 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
656 Keystone Service | 20:09 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h54 | 21:03 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1138 Northeast Regional | 20:35 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h10 | 21:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 22:26 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h57 | 23:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1128 Northeast Regional | 23:37 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h57 | 0:34 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1150 Northeast Regional | 5:45 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h55 | 6:40 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1144 Northeast Regional | 6:39 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h09 | 7:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1152 Northeast Regional | 10:56 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h03 | 11:59 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
648 Keystone Service | 12:18 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h52 | 13:10 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Vast museum spanning ancient to modern art, with standout collections from Egypt, Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Leading modern art museum with influential works by Van Gogh, Warhol, Picasso, and contemporary artists.
Engaging science museum with a planetarium, dinosaur halls, and exhibits on Earth, space, and human cultures.
Beloved urban park with lakes, lawns, woodlands, cultural sites, and endless walking routes through Manhattan.
Elevated park built on a former railway, featuring gardens, public art, and striking views of the West Side.
Large waterfront park in Brooklyn with skyline views, lawns, piers, and memorable walks beneath the bridge.
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Hand-rolled, boiled then baked, traditionally served with cream cheese or lox. Its glossy crust and dense chew are closely tied to New York deli culture.
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Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami and classic sandwiches in a busy, old-school Lower East Side setting.
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Most Trenton, NJ to New York, NY trains use the Trenton Transit Center to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Trenton, NJ and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Trenton Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Settimo Cielo, 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trenton Transit Center. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trenton Transit Center. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trenton Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trenton Transit Center: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trenton Transit Center: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Trenton Marriott Downtown, Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites, Wyndham Garden Trenton.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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