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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Trenton, NJ to State College, PA
Cheapest price
$103
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trenton, NJ to State College, PA 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 State College, PA will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
Of the 1 trains that leave Trenton, NJ for State College, PA on Sun, May 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 271 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 18 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 5 h 18 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.
11:57 AM5h18Trenton, NJ5:15 PMState College, PA$1031One-way0 transfers
- 11:57 AM5h18Trenton, NJ5:15 PMState College, PA$1031One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Trenton, NJ to State College, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trenton, NJ to State College, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $75, and a flight costs an average of $556.
Distance: 168 miles (271 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$114 Average price Cheapest | $117 Average price | $684 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 44m Average total duration 13h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 18m 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 State College, PA:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Trenton, NJ to State College, PA costing on average $117 (€94).
A train is $570 (€461) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trenton, NJ to State College, PA costing on average $684 (€553).
Other travel options to State College, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 10m.
Flight takes on average 13h 44m.
Tickets start at around $114 (€92) compared to roughly $44 (€35) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-69.92 (€-56.49). The journey takes 5h 10m versus 3h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Trenton, NJ to State College, PA
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Trains from Trenton, NJ to State College, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) but you can travel from only $71 (€57) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:57, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 168 miles (271 km) distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 168 miles (271 km) |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 7:57 AM |
Last train 2:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
FAQs: Trains from Trenton, NJ to State College, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trenton, NJ to State College, PA 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 State College, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Trenton, NJ to State College, PA
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
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