The cheapest and fastest trains from Trenton, NJ to Arlington, VA
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$202
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trenton, NJ to Arlington, VA 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 Arlington, VA will cost around $202 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 45 trains that leave Trenton, NJ for Arlington, VA on Fri, Dec 19, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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
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85 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Trenton, NJ to Arlington, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trenton, NJ to Arlington, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €268.
Distance: 155 miles (251 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€76 Average price | €301 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 47m Average total duration 7h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Trenton, NJ to Arlington, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Trenton, NJ to Arlington, VA trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:46 PM Trenton, NJ | 2h23 | 8:09 PM Arlington, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Amtrak operates all train services from Trenton to Arlington. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Trenton, NJ to Arlington, VA
Trains from Trenton, NJ to Arlington, VA run on average 39 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $31 (€24) by bus.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 39 |
Direct trains 36 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:09 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Trenton, NJ to Arlington, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Trenton, NJ and Arlington, VA from $31 (€24). 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 Arlington, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trenton, NJ to Arlington, VA 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 Arlington, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Trenton, NJ to Arlington, VA
- 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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