- Must visit
Yale University Art Gallery
Yale's premier art museum spans ancient to modern works in landmark architecture. A must for world-class collections and free admission.
Cheapest price on Sep 06
$22
Average ticket price on Sep 06
$62
Fastest journey on Sep 06
2 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
2 h 38 m
Trains on Sep 06
3
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jersey City, NJ to New Haven, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jersey City, NJ to New Haven, CT will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 3 trains from Jersey City, NJ to New Haven, CT, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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 Jersey City, NJ to New Haven, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, while a train costs an average of $108.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$108 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jersey City, NJ to New Haven, CT:
A bus is $72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jersey City, NJ to New Haven, CT costing on average $108.
Other travel options to New Haven, CT take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 53m.
Tickets start at around $108 compared to roughly $36 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-72.52. The journey takes 2h 25m versus 1h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Jersey City, NJ to New Haven, CT trains for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional | 4:48 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h36 | 7:24 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
150 Northeast Regional · 450 Amtrak Hartford Line | 6:16 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h41 | 8:57 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
150 Northeast Regional | 6:16 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h26 | 8:42 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
150 Northeast Regional · 450 Amtrak Hartford Line | 6:22 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h35 | 8:57 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
150 Northeast Regional | 6:22 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h20 | 8:42 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
160 Northeast Regional · 460 Amtrak Hartford Line | 8:22 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h40 | 11:02 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
160 Northeast Regional · 460 Amtrak Hartford Line | 8:27 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h35 | 11:02 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
160 Northeast Regional | 8:27 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h26 | 10:53 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
2252 Acela | 9:20 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h12 | 11:32 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 9:26 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h19 | 11:45 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
660 Keystone Service · 54 Vermonter | 10:31 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h44 | 1:15 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
660 Keystone Service · 164 Northeast Regional | 10:31 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h13 | 2:44 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
54 Vermonter | 10:37 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h38 | 1:15 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
54 Vermonter · 464 Amtrak Hartford Line | 10:37 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h25 | 3:02 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
2254 NextGen Acela | 10:41 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h14 | 12:55 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 11:38 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h23 | 2:01 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 Northeast Regional · 464 Amtrak Hartford Line | 12:23 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h39 | 3:02 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
164 Northeast Regional · 464 Amtrak Hartford Line | 12:30 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h32 | 3:02 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
164 Northeast Regional | 12:30 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h14 | 2:44 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 1:22 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h31 | 3:53 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 1:28 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h25 | 3:53 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
2256 NextGen Acela | 1:33 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h06 | 3:39 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional · 488 Valley Flyer | 2:23 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h39 | 5:02 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
88 Northeast Regional · 488 Valley Flyer | 2:29 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h33 | 5:02 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
88 Northeast Regional | 2:29 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h16 | 4:45 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
666 Keystone Service · 140 Northeast Regional | 2:38 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h33 | 6:11 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
666 Keystone Service · 140 Northeast Regional | 2:38 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h04 | 6:42 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
140 Northeast Regional | 3:22 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h20 | 6:42 PM New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
140 Northeast Regional | 3:28 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h43 | 6:11 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
140 Northeast Regional | 3:28 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h14 | 6:42 PM New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
2258 NextGen Acela | 3:36 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h01 | 5:37 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 4:08 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h36 | 6:44 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 4:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h29 | 6:44 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
670 Keystone Service · 146 Northeast Regional | 5:13 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h26 | 9:39 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
670 Keystone Service · 146 Northeast Regional | 5:13 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h58 | 10:11 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
2260 NextGen Acela | 5:37 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h05 | 7:42 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 6:22 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h20 | 8:42 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 6:28 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h14 | 8:42 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
2262 NextGen Acela | 6:51 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h09 | 9:00 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
146 Northeast Regional | 7:26 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h45 | 10:11 PM New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
146 Northeast Regional | 7:26 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h13 | 9:39 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Jersey City, NJ to New Haven, CT run on average 32 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 if you book in advance.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of New Haven, CT — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Haven, CT trip today.
Yale's premier art museum spans ancient to modern works in landmark architecture. A must for world-class collections and free admission.
Renowned museum of rare books and manuscripts, famous for its translucent marble building and a Gutenberg Bible on display.
Major natural history museum known for dinosaur fossils, minerals, and cultural exhibits, recently renewed with modern galleries.
Historic central green framed by churches and civic buildings. It is the city's signature gathering place and best starting point downtown.
Beloved hilltop park with traprock cliffs, trails, and sweeping city views. Popular for hiking, photos, and local outdoor culture.
Tree-lined neighborhood centered on Yale's colleges, museums, and courtyards. Best area for architecture spotting and campus wandering.
New Haven-style apizza is coal-fired, thin, chewy, and lightly charred. It is the city’s signature food and a defining local tradition.
White clam pizza tops apizza with fresh clams, garlic, olive oil, oregano, and grated cheese. It is a New Haven original made famous locally.
Italian ice is a smooth frozen fruit dessert sold in classic neighborhood stands. It is a beloved warm-weather treat in New Haven.
Beloved neighborhood stand serving Italian ice and frozen treats. A simple, nostalgic stop for a classic local dessert in East Rock.
Legendary casual pizzeria on Wooster Street, known for coal-fired apizza and the original white clam pie. Bustling, historic, and quintessentially New Haven.
Refined farm-to-table restaurant highlighting seasonal New England ingredients with polished service. One of New Haven’s best-known upscale dining rooms.
Moderate for U.S. city travel: hotels can be pricey on peak dates, dining is mid-range, and local buses are relatively affordable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafes: round up or add $1.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jersey City, NJ to New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Jersey City, NJ to New Haven, CT trains use the Newark Penn Station to Union Station station pair, with some services arriving at New Haven, State St and RR Station. Use this guide to compare Jersey City, NJ and New Haven, CT train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
Union 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: Union League Cafe, Zinc New Haven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Study at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, New Haven Hotel.
New Haven, State St and RR Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven, State St and RR Station.
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