There are 6 ways to get from Ambler to Trenton by train, tram, bus, taxi or car
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Recommended option
Train via 30th Street Train Station • 1h 26m
Cheapest option
Line 95 bus, line 124 bus, train • 2h 33m
4 alternative options
Train • 2h 13m
Train, tram • 2h 22m
Taxi • 37 min
Drive • 37 min
Ambler to Trenton by train
The train journey time between Ambler and Trenton is around 1h 26m and covers a distance of around 51 miles. This includes an average layover time of around 12 min. Services are operated by SEPTA, Amtrak, Amtrak Northeast Regional and others. Typically 66 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Ambler to Trenton is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 37 min.
The quickest way to get from Ambler to Trenton is to taxi which costs $140 - $170 and takes 37 min.
No, there is no direct train from Ambler to Trenton. However, there are services departing from Ambler and arriving at Trenton via Philadelphia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.
The distance between Ambler and Trenton is 26 miles. The road distance is 31.8 miles.
The best way to get from Ambler to Trenton without a car is to train via 30th Street Train Station which takes 1h 26m and costs $1 - $95.
It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Ambler to Trenton, including transfers.
Ambler to Trenton train services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Ambler station.
Ambler to Trenton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Trenton station.
Yes, the driving distance between Ambler to Trenton is 32 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Ambler to Trenton.
There are 102+ hotels available in Trenton. Prices start at $100 USD per night.

- Distance: 25.8 miles
- Duration: 1h 26m
What companies run services between Ambler, PA, USA and Trenton, NJ, USA?
You can take a train from Ambler to Trenton via 30th Street Train Station and Philadelphia in around 1h 26m.

- Phone
- +1 215-580-7800
- Website
- septa.org
Train from Ambler to 30th Street Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- $1 - $8
- Website
- septa.org
- 65 and over
- $1
Train from 30th Street Train Station to Trenton
- Ave. Duration
- 52 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $1 - $10
- Website
- septa.org
- 65 and over
- $1 - $2
Train from Ambler to Suburban Station
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $1 - $8
- Website
- septa.org
- 65 and over
- $1
Train from Suburban Station to Trenton
- Ave. Duration
- 56 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $1 - $10
- Website
- septa.org
- 65 and over
- $1 - $2
Train from Ambler to Jefferson Station
- Ave. Duration
- 37 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $1 - $8
- Website
- septa.org
- 65 and over
- $1

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Philadelphia to Trenton
- Ave. Duration
- 28 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $23 - $35
- Website
- Amtrak
- Coach Seat
- $23 - $35
- Premium
- $180 - $250
- Flexi Coach Seat
- $30 - $50
- Business Seat
- $28 - $40

Amtrak’s Northeast Regional train service serves the US’ busy northeast corridor from Virginia to Massachusetts; major stops include Boston, Providence, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC and Baltimore. Amenities include Wi-Fi, a quiet car, cafe and business-class seating, and travelling with a small dog or cat is permitted. Book at least 14 days in advance for a cheaper Saver Fare.
Rome2rio's guide to Amtrak Northeast Regional
Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-523-6590
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Philadelphia to Trenton
- Ave. Duration
- 27 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $13 - $75
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Book at
- amtrak.com
- Child 2-12 with paid adult
- $13 - $40
- Reserved Coach Seat
- $25 - $75
- Business Class Seat
- $35 - $95

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
Rome2rio's guide to Amtrak Acela
Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Philadelphia to Trenton
- Ave. Duration
- 25 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- $15 - $85
- Website
- Amtrak Acela
- Business Seat - Child 2-12
- $15 - $45
- Business Seat - Seniors and Active Military
- $26 - $75
- Business Seat - Adult
- $29 - $85
- First Class - Child 2-12
- $50 - $85
- First Class - Senior Citizens and Active Military
- $95 - $150
- First Class - Adult
- $100 - $170

- Phone
- +1 973-491-7000
- Website
- njtransit.com
Tram from Walter Rand Transportation Ctr to TRENTON TRANSIT CENTER station
- Ave. Duration
- 59 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- $1 - $3
- Schedules at
- njtransit.com
- Children 5-11, seniors, military/disabled
- $1 - $2
- Adult
- $1 - $3

- Phone
- +1 215-580-7800
- Website
- septa.org
Bus from Butler Av & Ridge Av to Gulph Mills Station
- Ave. Duration
- 57 min
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- $0 - $3
- Website
- septa.org
- Seniors - 65 and over
- $0
Bus from Gulph Mills Station - on street to 30th St & Market St - MBNS
- Ave. Duration
- 43 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- $0 - $3
- Website
- septa.org
- Seniors - 65 and over
- $0
- Ave. Duration
- 37 min
- Estimated price
- $140 - $170
Philadelphia Taxicab Service
- Phone
- +1 215-535-6700
- Website
- philataxicab.com
Phila Taxi Service
- Phone
- +1 267-309-2675
- Website
- philataxiservice.com
http://www.philapark.org/
- Website
- philapark.org
Freedom Taxi
- Phone
- +1 215-222-9999
- Website
- facebook.com
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