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Compare bus and train for New York, NY to East Brunswick, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to East Brunswick, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, while a train costs an average of $57.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$57 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m 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 New York, NY to East Brunswick, NJ:
A bus is $42 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to East Brunswick, NJ costing on average $57 (€46).
Other travel options to East Brunswick, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 51m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (42m by train vs 50m by car). Tickets start at around $57 (€46) compared to roughly $21 (€17) 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 New York, NY to East Brunswick, NJ by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to East Brunswick, NJ
Trains from New York, NY to East Brunswick, NJ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 39m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 10:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to East Brunswick, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and East Brunswick, NJ from $7 (€5). 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 York, NY to East Brunswick, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to East Brunswick, NJ 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 East Brunswick, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to East Brunswick, NJ
Most New York, NY to East Brunswick, NJ trains use the Penn Station to New Brunswick Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and East Brunswick, NJ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which New York, NY station do trains to East Brunswick, NJ leave from?
Getting to Penn Station from New York city centre
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station train station facilities and services
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Blue Bottle Coffee, Magnolia Bakery, Starbucks, The Pennsy Food Hall, Nick + Stef's Steakhouse, Penn & Sushi, Krispy Kreme Donuts, T.G.I. Friday's, NY Pizza Suprema, Blarney Stone, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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