The cheapest and fastest trains from New Haven, CT to Jersey City, NJ
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Haven, CT to Jersey City, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New Haven, CT to Jersey City, NJ will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 1 trains that leave New Haven, CT for Jersey City, NJ on Thu, Apr 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
2:35 PM2h16New Haven, CT4:51 PMJersey City, NJ$281One-way0 transfers
2:35 PM2h16New Haven, CT4:51 PMJersey City, NJ$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for New Haven, CT to Jersey City, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Haven, CT to Jersey City, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
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$31 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest |
2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Haven, CT to Jersey City, NJ
Trains from New Haven, CT to Jersey City, NJ run on average 31 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $17 (€13) by bus.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from New Haven, CT to Jersey City, NJ trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between New Haven, CT and Jersey City, NJ from $17 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Metro-North Railroad (MNR)
FAQs: Trains from New Haven, CT to Jersey City, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Haven, CT to Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Haven, CT to Jersey City, 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
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