The cheapest and fastest trains from Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, 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 New Carrollton, MD will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Trenton, NJ for New Carrollton, MD on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 47 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.
10:56 AM2h34Trenton, NJ1:30 PMNew Carrollton, MD$181One-way0 transfers
5:22 AM5h47Trenton, NJ11:09 AMNew Carrollton, MD$801One-way0 transfers
10:56 AM2h34Trenton, NJ1:30 PMNew Carrollton, MD$181One-way0 transfers
5:22 AM5h47Trenton, NJ11:09 AMNew Carrollton, MD$801One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $101.
Distance: 142 miles (230 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price | $313 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD:
A train is $15 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD costing on average $52 (€43).
A train is $276 (€226) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD costing on average $313 (€256).
Other travel options to New Carrollton, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
Flight takes on average 5h 45m.
The journey is about 16m faster (2h 36m by train vs 2h 52m by car) and roughly $2 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($37 (€31) vs $39 (€32)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:56 AM Trenton, NJ | 2h24 | 1:20 PM New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:05 PM Trenton, NJ | 2h09 | 12:14 AM New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 5:22 AM Trenton, NJ | 5h47 | 11:09 AM New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD
Trains from Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 9:37 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Trenton, NJ and New Carrollton, MD from $12 (€10). 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 Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, 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 New Carrollton, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Trenton, NJ to New Carrollton, MD
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with multiple entry and exit points
- Settimo Cielo
- 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- $0.50
- Trenton Marriott Downtown
- Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites
- Wyndham Garden Trenton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: Platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 409, 601, 606, 608, 609, 611, 619
- Light Rail: River Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with several lots around the station, open 24/7
- Golden Pavilion Restaurant
- Mid-Atlantic Seafood
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- $0.50
- Courtyard by Marriott New Carrollton
- Metro Points Hotel
- Days Inn by Wyndham Lanham
- Located in the main hall
- 35 places, not covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Amtrak and MARC platforms
- Hall 2: Metro platform
- Hall 3: Bus connections
- Metro: Orange Line
- Bus: WMATA Metrobus, TheBus, Greyhound
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