Jersey City to Worcester by train
Worcester lies 255 km (158 mi) north-east of Jersey City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 27 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 311 km (193 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Jersey City | Worcester | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 264,290 | 206,518 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 164 m (538 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 |
| Postal codes | 07097–07399 | 01601–01655 |
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Common questions
How far is Worcester from Jersey City?
255 km (158 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Jersey City; by road roughly 311 km (193 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jersey City to Worcester by train?
About 3 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jersey City and Worcester?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.