The cheapest and fastest trains from Baltimore, MD to Trenton, NJ
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baltimore, MD to Trenton, 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 Trenton, NJ will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 5 trains that leave Baltimore, MD for Trenton, NJ on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.
10:44 AM1h43Baltimore, MD12:27 PMTrenton, NJ$321One-way0 transfers
2:59 AM1h45Baltimore, MD4:44 AMTrenton, NJ$791One-way0 transfers
10:48 PM1h40Baltimore, MD12:28 AMTrenton, NJ$801One-way0 transfers
10:39 AM1h45Baltimore, MD12:24 PMTrenton, NJ$1111One-way0 transfers
2:14 AM2h24Baltimore, MD4:38 AMTrenton, NJ$1441One-way0 transfers
10:48 PM1h40Baltimore, MD12:28 AMTrenton, NJ$801One-way0 transfers
10:44 AM1h43Baltimore, MD12:27 PMTrenton, NJ$321One-way0 transfers
10:39 AM1h45Baltimore, MD12:24 PMTrenton, NJ$1111One-way0 transfers
2:59 AM1h45Baltimore, MD4:44 AMTrenton, NJ$791One-way0 transfers
12:54 AM1h46Baltimore, MD2:40 AMTrenton, NJ$1451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Baltimore, MD to Trenton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Trenton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $137.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$67 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $371 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 23m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Baltimore, MD to Trenton, NJ:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Baltimore, MD to Trenton, NJ costing on average $67 (€54).
A bus is $334 (€267) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Baltimore, MD to Trenton, NJ costing on average $371 (€296).
Other travel options to Trenton, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 19m.
Flight takes on average 10h 23m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (1h 42m by train vs 2h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $67 (€54) compared to roughly $37 (€30) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Baltimore, MD to Trenton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Trenton, NJ trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
170 Northeast Regional | 5:44 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h43 | 7:27 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
130 Northeast Regional | 7:17 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h43 | 9:00 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 7:50 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h47 | 9:37 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
56 Vermonter | 8:48 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h38 | 10:26 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 9:33 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h44 | 11:17 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 11:18 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h43 | 1:01 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
84 Northeast Regional | 11:50 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h44 | 1:34 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
134 Northeast Regional | 12:43 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h42 | 2:25 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 2:07 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h44 | 3:51 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 2:43 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h43 | 4:26 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
20 Crescent | 3:26 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 2h01 | 5:27 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 3:38 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h44 | 5:22 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 4:45 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h40 | 6:25 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 5:48 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h40 | 7:28 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
80 Carolinian | 5:50 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h42 | 7:32 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 7:18 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h45 | 9:03 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
192 Northeast Regional | 7:54 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h46 | 9:40 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 8:40 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h43 | 10:23 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 12:54 AM Baltimore, MD | 1h46 | 2:40 AM Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Baltimore, MD to Trenton, NJ
Trains from Baltimore, MD to Trenton, NJ run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 118 miles (190 km) |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Baltimore, MD to Trenton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Baltimore, MD and Trenton, NJ from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Baltimore, MD to Trenton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD 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
Popular train stations from Baltimore, MD to Trenton, 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
- 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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