- Must visit
The Baltimore Museum of Art
Renowned museum with major collections spanning contemporary, African, Asian, and American art, plus a celebrated sculpture garden.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hoboken, NJ to Baltimore, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hoboken, NJ to Baltimore, MD will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hoboken, NJ for Baltimore, MD on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 273 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hoboken, NJ to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $674.
Distance: 169 miles (273 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$67 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $777 Average price | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 7m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hoboken, NJ to Baltimore, MD:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hoboken, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $67 (€54).
A bus is $739 (€601) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hoboken, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $777 (€631).
Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 33m.
Flight takes on average 8h 7m.
You'll arrive about 38m sooner (2h 24m by train vs 3h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $67 (€54) compared to roughly $38 (€31) 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, 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.
The table below shows live departures for Hoboken, NJ to Baltimore, MD trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:50 AM Hoboken, NJ | 2h48 | 11:38 AM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:06 AM Hoboken, NJ | 2h32 | 11:38 AM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hoboken, NJ to Baltimore, MD run on average 61 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 60 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 169 miles (273 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 169 miles (273 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 61 |
Direct trains 60 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 4:09 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Discover the best of Baltimore, MD — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Baltimore, MD trip today.
Renowned museum with major collections spanning contemporary, African, Asian, and American art, plus a celebrated sculpture garden.
Museum campus known for visionary and outsider art, mosaics, and immersive installations in a distinctive Baltimore setting.
Free art museum with ancient, medieval, Renaissance, and Asian works in a landmark Mount Vernon building.
Baltimore's signature waterfront district with promenades, museums, ships, and skyline views; ideal for first-time visitors.
Historic cobblestone waterfront neighborhood known for pubs, views, brick rowhouses, and a lively local atmosphere.
Elegant cultural district with monuments, museums, and 19th-century architecture surrounding tree-lined squares.
Maryland blue crab steamed with bold spice blend, then cracked by hand. It is Baltimore’s signature seafood ritual, especially around the harbor and summer crab feasts.
A rich cream-based soup with blue crab meat, often seasoned with sherry and Old Bay. It is a classic Baltimore comfort dish found in many local seafood houses.
A tomato-based vegetable soup with blue crab meat and Old Bay. It is a regional favorite in Baltimore, balancing sweet crab flavor with savory broth.
Refined waterfront seafood restaurant known for crab cakes, oysters, and Chesapeake dishes. Upscale but approachable, with strong local reputation in Fells Point.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant in a converted rowhouse, known for elegant Mid-Atlantic tasting menus and polished service in a historic Baltimore setting.
Casual local favorite for pit beef, turkey, and ham sandwiches. It is a go-to stop for the Baltimore area’s signature barbecue style.
Moderate for a major US city; hotels can be pricey, but dining and transit are usually manageable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or $1 at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hoboken, NJ to Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hoboken, NJ to Baltimore, MD trains use the Penn Station to Pennsylvania Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Hoboken, NJ and Baltimore, MD train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pennsylvania Station is 1 km from Baltimore city centre. Public transport options include:
Pennsylvania Station 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: The Helmand, Tapas Teatro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pennsylvania Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pennsylvania Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pennsylvania Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown, The Ivy Hotel, Hotel Revival Baltimore.
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