Train Travel in New Jersey
New Jersey is the most rail-dense state in the country, with NJ Transit, Amtrak, PATH, and a long stretch of the Northeast Corridor.
Passenger rail services with at least one stop in New Jersey.
Regularly served stations in our research index.
U.S. census/transit region for connecting service.
Routes serving New Jersey
The following passenger rail services call at one or more stations in New Jersey. Routes range from short-haul commuter rail systems to transcontinental long-distance trains; the table below sorts by service type.
Stations in New Jersey
The station index covers 7 facilities in New Jersey, from large urban union stations to rural flag stops.
Travel notes
New Jersey is part of the Mid-Atlantic region. Riders connecting between routes within the state can use any of the major hubs above for cross-platform or short-walk transfers, depending on the station. For onward travel beyond the rail network, intercity bus and connecting Thruway services often complement the train; consult the operator for current connecting itineraries.
Ticket types, on-board facilities and fare structures differ between Amtrak and each commuter operator; consult the operating agency for those details.