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Compare bus and train for Jersey City, NJ to Stamford, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jersey City, NJ to Stamford, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jersey City, NJ to Stamford, CT:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jersey City, NJ to Stamford, CT costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Stamford, CT take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 35m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (47m by train vs 1h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $9 (€7) 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.
Compare prices and tickets Jersey City, NJ to Stamford, CT by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jersey City, NJ to Stamford, CT
Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Stamford, CT run on average 24 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, PATH from Jersey City, NJ to Stamford, CT trainsAmtrak, PATH trains will get you between Jersey City, NJ and Stamford, CT from $12 (€9). 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 Jersey City, NJ to Stamford, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jersey City, NJ to Stamford, 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 Stamford, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Jersey City, NJ to Stamford, CT
Most Jersey City, NJ to Stamford, CT trains use the Newark Penn Station to Stamford Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Jersey City, NJ and Stamford, CT train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stamford, CT station do trains from Jersey City, NJ arrive at?
Getting to Stamford Station from Stamford city centre
Stamford Station train station facilities and services
Stamford 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 and drink
Food options include: Colony Grill, Barcelona Wine Bar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stamford Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stamford Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stamford Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stamford Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stamford Station: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa, The Lloyd Stamford, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Sheraton Stamford Hotel.
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