Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH train

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $151. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 11h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $151, and a train costs an average of $159.

Distance: 563 miles (907 km)

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$359

Average price

$206

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$198

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19h 57m

Average total duration

19h 27m

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30m

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14h 25m

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11h 25m

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3h 0m

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20h 52m

Average total duration

20h 22m

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30m

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Live departures

Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH train times

The table below shows live departures for Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:54 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
amtrak11:02 AM Jersey City, NJ
20h09
7:11 AM Cincinnati, OH0 transfersDirect
amtrak11:19 AM Jersey City, NJ
19h52
7:11 AM Cincinnati, OH0 transfersDirect
amtrak12:02 PM Jersey City, NJ
18h29
6:31 AM Cincinnati, OH0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH

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Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH run on average 4 times per day, taking around 19h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $159 (€129) but you can travel from only $100 (€81) by flight.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:37, the last at 07:02. The fastest train covers the 563 miles (907 km) distance in 18h 29m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $100 (€81)
Distance
563 miles (907 km)
Average train duration
19h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
$159 (€129)
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
18h 29m
First train
03:37
Last train
07:02
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $100 (€81)

FAQs: Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH 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 Cincinnati, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $159 (€129), while the average price is around $359 (€291).
The train from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH takes 18h 29m and runs 4 per day.
The distance by train from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH is 563 miles (907 km).
The first train from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH leaves at 3:37 AM.
The last train from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH leaves at 7:02 AM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH.
The train station in Jersey City, NJ that goes to Cincinnati, OH is Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ, which connects to Union Terminal, Cincinnati, OH.
The cheapest way to get from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH is by flight, with a cost of around $100 (€81).
The train journey from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. While the initial part of the route features urban areas and industrial views, as the train progresses westward, passengers can enjoy picturesque scenes of rolling hills, river crossings, and small-town charm, particularly through Pennsylvania and Ohio.
A day trip from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH is not feasible as the journey takes 18h 29m one way. Trains run 3 times per day over a distance of 563 miles (907 km).
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Cincinnati, OH allows visitors to explore key attractions like the Cincinnati Zoo, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, and enjoy the local food scene.
No, you cannot take the train from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Jersey City, NJ to Cincinnati, OH

Jersey City
Cincinnati
Union TerminalParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
1
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available at the station.
Dining
Dining
  • Union Terminal Restaurant
  • The Dining Car
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • Free for passengers
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza
  • Hyatt Regency Cincinnati
  • The Westin Cincinnati
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Station Plan
  • The station includes a museum center and various exhibition halls.
Public transit options for Union Terminal
  • Bus: Several lines available

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