The cheapest and fastest trains from New Brunswick, NJ to New Haven, CT
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$160
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, NJ to New Haven, CT will cost around $160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
Of the 3 trains that leave New Brunswick, NJ for New Haven, CT on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 53 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.
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional · 478 Amtrak Hartford Line
174 Northeast Regional
174 Northeast Regional
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional · 478 Amtrak Hartford LineTravel Information
Compare train and bus for New Brunswick, NJ to New Haven, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Brunswick, NJ to New Haven, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 97 miles (157 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€83 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New Brunswick, NJ to New Haven, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for New Brunswick, NJ to New Haven, CT trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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164 Northeast Regional · 464 Amtrak Hartford Line | 5:00 PM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 3h02 | 8:02 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
164 Northeast Regional | 5:00 PM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 2h44 | 7:44 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
132 Northeast Regional | 11:01 PM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 3h15 | 2:16 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Brunswick, NJ to New Haven, CT
Trains from New Brunswick, NJ to New Haven, CT run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€24) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:00, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€24) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 12:00 |
Last train 20:13 |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from New Brunswick, NJ to New Haven, CT trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between New Brunswick, NJ and New Haven, CT from $25 (€20). 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 New Haven, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Brunswick, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Brunswick, NJ to New Haven, 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
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- Union League Cafe
- Zinc New Haven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Study at Yale
- Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
- New Haven Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metro-North services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to parking and car rental services
- Bus: CTtransit New Haven routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Acela Express
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
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