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The Newark Museum of Art
Major art museum with American art, Tibetan galleries, decorative arts, and a planetarium; Newark’s leading cultural institution.
Cheapest price on Sep 06
€5
Average ticket price on Sep 06
€5
Fastest journey on Sep 06
29 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
31 m
Trains on Sep 06
3
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trenton, NJ to Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 3 trains from Trenton, NJ to Newark, NJ, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest trains will take 34 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trenton, NJ to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, while a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€10 Average price Cheapest | €14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 28m faster (37m by train vs 1h 5m by car) and roughly €4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€10 vs €14). 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, NJ Transit.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Trenton, NJ to Newark, NJ trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80 Carolinian | 8:00 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h37 | 8:37 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
656 Keystone Service | 8:09 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h35 | 8:44 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 9:04 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h50 | 9:54 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
658 Keystone Service | 9:12 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h32 | 9:44 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
192 Northeast Regional | 9:41 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h37 | 10:18 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 10:26 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h37 | 11:03 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
![]() | 3:19 AM Trenton, NJ | 0h34 | 3:53 AM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 4 | |||||
624 Keystone Service | 11:40 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h36 | 12:16 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
198 Northeast Regional | 11:45 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h41 | 12:26 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
![]() | 9:45 AM Trenton, NJ | 0h29 | 10:14 AM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Trenton, NJ | 0h29 | 11:14 AM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Trenton, NJ to Newark, NJ run on average 34 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 29m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Discover the best of Newark, NJ — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newark, NJ trip today.
Major art museum with American art, Tibetan galleries, decorative arts, and a planetarium; Newark’s leading cultural institution.
Gallery and archives exploring Jewish life in New Jersey through exhibitions, documents, and local community history.
University museum presenting science, archaeology, and cultural collections with changing exhibits in an academic setting.
Revitalized downtown park with monuments, events, and outdoor seating; a lively starting point for exploring central Newark.
Large historic park famed for cherry blossoms, lakes, and broad walking paths; a favorite for spring visits and quiet strolls.
Lively neighborhood known for Portuguese, Brazilian, and Spanish culture, colorful streets, markets, and strong local character.
Portuguese-style grilled sardines are a beloved Ironbound staple, especially in summer. Simple charcoal grilling highlights the neighborhood's strong Iberian heritage.
Rodizio is Brazilian all-you-can-eat grilled meat service, popular in Newark's Brazilian community. It showcases the Ironbound's major Lusophone food culture.
Seafood rice packed with shrimp, clams, mussels, and fish is a classic Portuguese dish widely served in Newark's Ironbound restaurants.
Classic Ironbound bakery and café known for Portuguese pastries, coffee, sandwiches, and everyday local energy.
Established Portuguese restaurant in the Ironbound known for seafood, grilled fish, and polished old-world dining.
Lively Spanish tavern and restaurant famed for tapas, paella, sangria, and a festive Ironbound atmosphere.
Moderate for the New York area: hotels can be high, but dining and transit are often cheaper than Manhattan. Budget eats are easy to find.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis, and $1-2 for coffee drinks or café service if there is table service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trenton, NJ to Newark, 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 Newark, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Trenton, NJ to Newark, NJ trains use the Trenton Transit Center to Newark Penn Station station pair, with some services arriving at Newark Airport Amtrak. Use this guide to compare Trenton, NJ and Newark, NJ 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.
Newark Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Forno's of Spain, Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Penn Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Newark Penn Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Penn Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station, Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown.
Newark Airport Amtrak is 4 km from Newark city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Airport Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Airport Amtrak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, Hilton Newark Airport, Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel.
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