Jersey City to New Haven by train
New Haven lies 116 km (72 mi) north-east of Jersey City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 34 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 142 km (88 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Jersey City | New Haven | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 264,290 | 130,322 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal, Exchange Place | Union Station, New Haven State Street station |
| Postal codes | 07097–07399 | 06501–06540 |
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Common questions
How far is New Haven from Jersey City?
116 km (72 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Jersey City; by road roughly 142 km (88 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jersey City to New Haven by train?
About 1 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jersey City and New Haven?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.