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There are usually 17 daily train trips available from New Carrollton to Trenton. Traveling by train from New Carrollton to Trenton usually takes 2 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Distance | 143 mi (230 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 4m |
Lowest price | CA$9.57 |
Trains per day | 18 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
Train lines | 4 |
Average score for trains from New Carrollton to Trenton
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On time, safe and comfortable. Great staff interaction
The average price for a train ticket from New Carrollton to Trenton is CA$89.96, By booking your trip at least 27 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 CA$121.92 more.
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from New Carrollton to Trenton will cost between CA$57 and CA$160. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
By booking your train trip from New Carrollton to Trenton on Wanderu at least 27 days ahead of time, you can save about CA$121.92 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
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 |
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Amtrak | 2 | 2h 14m | CA$98.65 |
Amtrak Northeast Regional | 13 | 2h 14m | CA$122.50 |
Amtrak Palmetto | 1 | 2h 15m | CA$139.75 |
Amtrak Vermonter | 1 | 2h 7m | CA$144.69 |
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 CA$10.
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 CA$41.
Sunday 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 Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday 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 scheduled trains on most days. 18 of these are direct connections to Trenton. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Trenton to 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 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.
There is one train station in New Carrollton.
MARC Station
Trenton has one train station.
72 S Clinton Ave
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