The cheapest and fastest trains from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 3 trains that leave Union Station, New Haven, CT for Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ on Sat, May 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 09 the direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Sat, May 09 the slowest trains will take 3 h 6 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.
3:12 AM2h56Union Station, New Haven, CT6:08 AMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$301One-way0 transfers
1:13 AM2h55Union Station, New Haven, CT4:08 AMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$311One-way0 transfers
11:12 AM3h06Union Station, New Haven, CT2:18 PMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$521One-way0 transfers
1:13 AM2h55Union Station, New Haven, CT4:08 AMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$311One-way0 transfers
3:12 AM2h56Union Station, New Haven, CT6:08 AMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$301One-way0 transfers
11:12 AM3h06Union Station, New Haven, CT2:18 PMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 121 miles (195 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ costing on average $46 (€37).
Other travel options to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 30m.
Tickets start at around $46 (€37) compared to roughly $44 (€35) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-1.61 (€-1.29). The journey takes 3h 10m versus 2h 49m 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.
Live departures
Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:12 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h56 | 6:08 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h55 | 6:15 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:12 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h06 | 2:18 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 1:13 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h55 | 4:08 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ
Trains from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:13, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 1:13 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Union Station, New Haven, CT and Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ from $30 (€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 Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, 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 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- Union League Cafe
- Zinc New Haven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Study at Yale
- Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
- New Haven Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metro-North services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to parking and car rental services
- Bus: CTtransit New Haven routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Acela Express
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
- 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
