The cheapest and fastest trains from New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, CT
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, CT will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 1 trains that leave New Brunswick, NJ for Hartford, CT on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 34 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 34 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $95. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $95, and a flight costs an average of $65.
Distance: 127 miles (205 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$119 Average price | $214 Average price | $95 Average price Cheapest |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 35m Average total duration 16h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, CT trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:59 PM New Brunswick, NJ | 3h45 | 8:44 PM Hartford, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM New Brunswick, NJ | 3h44 | 8:44 PM Hartford, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, CT
Trains from New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, CT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 127 miles (205 km) distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 20:18 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, CT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Brunswick, NJ and Hartford, CT from $47 (€38). 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 New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, 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 Hartford, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Brunswick, NJ to Hartford, CT
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several lots and garages in the vicinity.
- Old Man Rafferty's
- The Frog and The Peach
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- The Heldrich Hotel
- Hyatt Regency New Brunswick
- Rutgers University Inn
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 810, 811, 814, 815, 818
- Suburban Transit/Coach USA
- Greyhound Lines
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with multiple access points around the station.
- Salute
- Max Downtown
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- The Goodwin Hotel
- Hilton Hartford
- Marriott Hartford Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- 4 places, covered
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and CTrail services
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTfastrak
- Local bus services
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