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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Iselin and Kingston. The average train journey from Iselin to Kingston takes 5 hours, but some Amtrak Northeast Regional train trips are as short as 4 hours and 20 minutes.
Distance | 159 mi (256 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 0m |
Lowest price | $112.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Iselin to Kingston?
Amtrak Northeast Regional is the one and only train line which connects Iselin to Kingston. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Northeast Regional | 2 | 4h 50m | $112.00 |
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 2 daily train trips from Iselin to Kingston, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Iselin and Kingston is approximately 159 miles, or 256 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 20 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Iselin to Kingston on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Iselin at 5:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Iselin twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Kingston faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Kingston to Iselin.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Iselin?
Main departure station: 100 Middlesex Essex Tpke
There is one train station in Iselin.
All train stations in Iselin:
100 Middlesex Essex Tpke
Where is the train station in Kingston?
Main arrival station: 1 Railroad Ave
Kingston has one train station.
All train stations in Kingston:
1 Railroad Ave
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