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Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park
Compact museum focused on Thomas Edison, with artifacts and interpretation connected to his work in the region.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Iselin, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Iselin, NJ will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Thu, Nov 12, we found 1 trains from New York, NY to Iselin, NJ, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Thu, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 28 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.

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Trains from New York, NY to Iselin, NJ run on average 22 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Busiest Day Wed |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from New York, NY to Iselin, NJ.
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Iselin, NJ trains for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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1147 Northeast Regional | 12:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h34 | 1:24 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
1099 Northeast Regional | 1:17 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h31 | 1:48 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
1161 Northeast Regional | 1:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h34 | 2:23 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
1087 Northeast Regional | 3:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h36 | 3:40 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2115 Acela [NextGen] | 3:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h30 | 4:20 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
1163 Northeast Regional | 4:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h36 | 4:41 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 Acela [NextGen] | 5:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h27 | 5:27 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
1129 Northeast Regional | 5:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h35 | 5:38 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 7:01 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h31 | 7:32 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
1165 Northeast Regional | 8:01 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h36 | 8:37 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
1167 Northeast Regional | 9:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h33 | 9:38 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 11:23 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0h32 | 11:55 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 12 | |||||
![]() | 8:50 AM New York, NY | 0h28 | 9:18 AM Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compact museum focused on Thomas Edison, with artifacts and interpretation connected to his work in the region.
Local history museum in nearby Woodbridge with exhibits on township heritage, industry, and community life.
University art museum in New Brunswick presenting rotating exhibitions in a manageable gallery setting.
Busy Oak Tree Road district known for South Asian shops and street life, making it one of the area's most distinctive walks.
Regional park in Iselin with paths, sports fields, and open lawns, suitable for a casual walk or family break.
Large county park in nearby Edison with wooded trails, lake views, and broad green space for easy outdoor time.
Pork roll, egg, and cheese on a roll is a classic New Jersey breakfast sandwich, especially loved for its salty, smoky pork roll.
New Jersey style pizza is a thin-crust pie with a crisp base and balanced sauce and cheese, a staple local comfort food across the state.
An Italian hot dog is a New Jersey creation with hot dogs, peppers, onions, and potatoes in pizza bread, known as a hearty street-food classic.
Casual neighborhood favorite for New Jersey pizza, pasta, and Italian American classics with an easygoing local feel.
Established Indian restaurant in Iselin offering North Indian curries, tandoori dishes, and a comfortable sit-down dining experience.
Popular casual Indian restaurant in Iselin known for South Indian dishes, dosas, and vegetarian options in a lively Oak Tree Road setting.
Moderate for the New York metro area; hotels and dining cost more than small US towns, but chain eateries, local transit, and nearby budget stays help control spending.
Tip 15-20% in restaurants, about 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or $1 at cafes for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Iselin, 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 Iselin, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New York, NY to Iselin, NJ trains use the Penn Station to Metropark Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Iselin, NJ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
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. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
Metropark Station is 1 km from Iselin city centre. Public transport options include:
Metropark Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Malt Lounge, Jose Tejas
Ticket office support is available at Metropark Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Metropark Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Metropark Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Metropark Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metropark Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include APA Hotel Woodbridge, Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel, Extended Stay America - Edison - Raritan Center.
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