The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Salem, NJ
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$167
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Salem, 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 Salem, NJ will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
Of the 1 trains that leave New York, NY for Salem, NJ on Tue, Feb 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 24 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
On Tue, Feb 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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 bus and train for New York, NY to Salem, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Salem, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, and a train costs an average of $132.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$149 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New York, NY to Salem, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Salem, NJ trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:02 PM New York, NY | 1h46 | 8:48 PM Salem, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Salem, NJ
Trains from New York, NY to Salem, NJ run on average 38 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $132 (€105) but you can travel from only $78 (€62) by bus.
There are 37 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $132 (€105) |
Trains per day 38 |
Direct trains 37 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 04:09 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to Salem, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and Salem, NJ from $78 (€62). 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 Salem, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Salem, 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 Salem, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Salem, NJ
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- 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
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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