The cheapest and fastest trains from Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 1 trains that leave Baltimore, MD for South Orange, NJ on Sat, May 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct trains cover the 258 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
2:07 AM2h19Baltimore, MD4:26 AMSouth Orange, NJ$191One-way0 transfers
2:07 AM2h19Baltimore, MD4:26 AMSouth Orange, NJ$191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $376.
Distance: 160 miles (258 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price | $376 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 11m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ:
A train is $20 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ costing on average $40 (€32).
A train is $357 (€288) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ costing on average $376 (€304).
Other travel options to South Orange, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 0m.
Flight takes on average 10h 11m.
The journey is about 38m faster (2h 19m by train vs 2h 57m by car) and roughly $18 (€14) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($19 (€16) vs $37 (€30)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:07 AM Baltimore, MD | 2h19 | 4:26 AM South Orange, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ
Trains from Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ run on average 77 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 76 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (258 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 160 miles (258 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 77 |
Direct trains 76 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Trains from Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD to South Orange, 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 South Orange, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Baltimore, MD to South Orange, NJ
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Charles Street.
- The Helmand
- Tapas Teatro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
- The Ivy Hotel
- Hotel Revival Baltimore
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and MARC trains
- Hall 3: access to Light RailLink
- Light Rail: Baltimore Light RailLink
- Bus: Several MTA bus lines available
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