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Trip Summary
There are 17 daily trains from New Carrollton to Trenton. Traveling by train from New Carrollton to Trenton usually takes around 2 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in 2 hours and 6 minutes.
| Distance | 143 mi (230 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 6m |
| Lowest price | $13.80 |
| Trains per day | 17 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 4 |
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Train service from New Carrollton to Trenton
- Amtrak tickets: C$14 one-way
- Amtrak Northeast Regional tickets: C$14 one-way
- Amtrak Palmetto tickets: C$28 one-way
- Amtrak Vermonter tickets: C$41 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from New Carrollton to Trenton?
The average price for a train ticket from New Carrollton to Trenton is $86.82, By booking your trip at least 29 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $129.25 more.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from New Carrollton to Trenton will vary between C$59 and C$163. Planning a train trip to Trenton within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from New Carrollton over the next 7 days is C$62. Make sure to book your trip as soon as possible as train fares tend to go up as you get closer to your travel date.
Monthly average prices
Mark your calendar for January if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from New Carrollton to Trenton. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of $105. If you're planning a trip from New Carrollton to Trenton during November, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about $161 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.
Prices as travel date approaches
If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Trenton from New Carrollton will be about C$129.25 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.
Which train should you take from New Carrollton to Trenton?
There are 4 train lines with service from New Carrollton to Trenton. Amtrak Northeast Regional is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 13 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 2h 14m | $101.70 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 13 | 2h 14m | $124.84 |
| Amtrak Palmetto | 1 | 2h 15m | $127.79 |
| Amtrak Vermonter | 1 | 2h 7m | $149.12 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from New Carrollton to Trenton every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $14.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 13 daily train trips from New Carrollton to Trenton, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way. Traveling from New Carrollton to Trenton is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power outlets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departures along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of on the Palmetto.
The Vermonter is an Amtrak passenger train that connects St. Albans, VT to Washington, D.C. by way of New York City. The journey is renowned for the beautiful scenic views that it presents as it passes through the Green Mountains and the Berkshires. Aboard the Vermonter, passengers can enjoy free WiFi, power outlets at every seat and extra legroom. You can also grab a bite to eat or enjoy a refreshing beverage from the train’s café. There are 1 Vermonter trains traveling from New Carrollton to Trenton every day, with prices starting from $41.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between New Carrollton and Trenton is approximately 143 miles, or 230 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 13 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 6 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from New Carrollton to Trenton. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs New Carrollton at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 17 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from New Carrollton to Trenton.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Trenton to New Carrollton.
City Information
New Carrollton
New Carrollton is a small town in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, located about 13 miles northeast of the nation's capital. Much of the city is residential, with services typical for a suburb, including a shopping mall, grocery stores, several restaurants, and so on. A true hidden gem in the area is Greenbelt Park, a forested park with 172 campsites and nine miles of trails perfect for an escape to nature.
A few hotels in New Carrollton and neighboring Lanham welcome D.C. visitors who would rather not pay downtown prices. It's easy to reach D.C. from the New Carrollton station, which connects to the Washington Metro's Orange Line and the MARC trains that serve Maryland. It takes just 11 minutes to reach Union Station in D.C. from New Carrollton on the Metro.
The New Carrollton train station is also a stop for Amtrak trains heading north. The Northeast Regional departing from D.C. makes its first stop in New Carrollton before continuing on to Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. In addition, bus lines provide service to New Carrollton from as far away as Indianapolis or St. Louis. For those who prefer to fly, the nearest major airport is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Trenton
Trenton is New Jersey's capital, and for a period of two months in 1784, it was the capital of the United States. The city is located between New York City and Philadelphia and is separated from the state of Pennsylvania by the Delaware River. One of the most recognizable landmarks in Trenton is the New Jersey State House, constructed in 1792. It is the third-oldest state house in the country, and tours of the building share New Jersey history. For more New Jersey history in an even older building, visit the William Trent House, built in 1719. The founder of Trenton, William Trent, and three governors have occupied the house in its long history. It is now a museum offering tours and insight into early American life.
Cadwalader Park is a 100-acre park in Trenton, planned by the same man who designed Central Park in New York City. Enjoy the park's grassy lawns, quiet stream, walking paths, and the Ellarslie Mansion at the center, now a museum of fine art.
Trenton's primary train station is the Trenton Transit Center, where Amtrak trains connect to other cities in the Mid-Atlantic. The closest airport to the city is the Trenton-Mercer Airport, but international flights arrive at Newark Liberty International Airport.
Station Information
Where is the train station in New Carrollton?
Main departure station: MARC Station
There is one train station in New Carrollton.
All train stations in New Carrollton:
MARC Station
Where is the train station in Trenton?
Main arrival station: 72 S Clinton Ave
Trenton has one train station.
Train stations in Trenton:
72 S Clinton Ave
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