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Trip Summary
You can pick from 9 daily train trips between Kingston and Iselin. The average train journey from Kingston to Iselin takes 4 hours, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 159 mi (256 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 0m |
Lowest price | $71.15 |
Trains per day | 8 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Kingston to Iselin?
Amtrak Northeast Regional is the one and only train line which connects Kingston to Iselin. However, there are 9 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Northeast Regional | 9 | 4h 26m | $71.15 |
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 9 daily train trips from Kingston to Iselin, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Kingston and Iselin is approximately 159 miles, or 256 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours,
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.
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Kingston to Iselin. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Kingston at 7:00am 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 9 scheduled trains on most days. 8 of these are direct connections to Iselin. 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 Iselin to Kingston.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kingston?
Main departure station: 1 Railroad Ave
There is one train station in Kingston.
All train stations in Kingston:
1 Railroad Ave
Where is the train station in Iselin?
Main arrival station: 100 Middlesex Essex Tpke
Iselin has one train station.
All train stations in Iselin:
100 Middlesex Essex Tpke
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