- Must visit
The Baltimore Museum of Art
Renowned museum with major collections spanning contemporary, African, Asian, and American art, plus a celebrated sculpture garden.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trenton, NJ to Baltimore, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trenton, NJ to Baltimore, MD will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 22 trains that leave Trenton, NJ for Baltimore, MD on Fri, Jul 24, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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.
67 Northeast Regional
111 Northeast Regional
175 Northeast Regional
137 Northeast Regional
119 Northeast Regional
113 Northeast Regional
141 Northeast Regional
55 Vermonter
111 Northeast Regional
137 Northeast RegionalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trenton, NJ to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $106.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $347 Average price | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Trenton, NJ to Baltimore, MD:
A bus is $9 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trenton, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $36 (€36).
A bus is $321 (€321) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trenton, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $347 (€347).
Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 28m.
Flight takes on average 6h 33m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (2h 12m by train vs 2h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€36) compared to roughly $26 (€26) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Trenton, NJ to Baltimore, MD trains for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
19 Crescent | 3:01 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h53 | 4:54 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 3:34 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h01 | 5:35 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 4:02 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h47 | 5:49 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 5:30 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h44 | 7:14 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
193 Northeast Regional | 6:45 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h49 | 8:34 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 7:24 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h41 | 9:05 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 7:38 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h40 | 9:18 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 8:49 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h48 | 10:37 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 24 | |||||
67 Northeast Regional | 12:22 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 5h40 | 6:02 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
111 Northeast Regional | 5:53 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h41 | 7:34 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto · 51 Cardinal | 6:56 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h37 | 9:33 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1 transfer | |
89 Palmetto | 6:56 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h45 | 8:41 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
113 Northeast Regional | 7:30 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h35 | 9:05 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
51 Cardinal | 7:42 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h51 | 9:33 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 8:19 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h52 | 10:11 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
183 Northeast Regional | 8:28 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h49 | 10:17 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 9:20 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h38 | 10:58 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
185 Northeast Regional | 10:22 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h43 | 12:05 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 11:29 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h51 | 1:20 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
119 Northeast Regional | 12:14 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h48 | 2:02 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 12:30 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h55 | 2:25 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 1:46 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h46 | 3:32 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Trenton, NJ to Baltimore, MD run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 118 miles (190 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€10) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:09 PM |
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Discover the best of Baltimore, MD — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Baltimore, MD trip today.
Renowned museum with major collections spanning contemporary, African, Asian, and American art, plus a celebrated sculpture garden.
Museum campus known for visionary and outsider art, mosaics, and immersive installations in a distinctive Baltimore setting.
Free art museum with ancient, medieval, Renaissance, and Asian works in a landmark Mount Vernon building.
Baltimore's signature waterfront district with promenades, museums, ships, and skyline views; ideal for first-time visitors.
Historic cobblestone waterfront neighborhood known for pubs, views, brick rowhouses, and a lively local atmosphere.
Elegant cultural district with monuments, museums, and 19th-century architecture surrounding tree-lined squares.
Maryland blue crab steamed with bold spice blend, then cracked by hand. It is Baltimore’s signature seafood ritual, especially around the harbor and summer crab feasts.
A rich cream-based soup with blue crab meat, often seasoned with sherry and Old Bay. It is a classic Baltimore comfort dish found in many local seafood houses.
A tomato-based vegetable soup with blue crab meat and Old Bay. It is a regional favorite in Baltimore, balancing sweet crab flavor with savory broth.
Refined waterfront seafood restaurant known for crab cakes, oysters, and Chesapeake dishes. Upscale but approachable, with strong local reputation in Fells Point.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant in a converted rowhouse, known for elegant Mid-Atlantic tasting menus and polished service in a historic Baltimore setting.
Casual local favorite for pit beef, turkey, and ham sandwiches. It is a go-to stop for the Baltimore area’s signature barbecue style.
Moderate for a major US city; hotels can be pricey, but dining and transit are usually manageable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or $1 at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trenton, NJ to Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Trenton, NJ to Baltimore, MD trains use the Trenton Transit Center to Pennsylvania Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Trenton, NJ and Baltimore, MD train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Trenton Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Settimo Cielo, 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trenton Transit Center. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trenton Transit Center. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trenton Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trenton Transit Center: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trenton Transit Center: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Trenton Marriott Downtown, Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites, Wyndham Garden Trenton.
Pennsylvania Station is 1 km from Baltimore city centre. Public transport options include:
Pennsylvania Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Helmand, Tapas Teatro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pennsylvania Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pennsylvania Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pennsylvania Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown, The Ivy Hotel, Hotel Revival Baltimore.
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