The average train between Dover and Absecon takes 5h 11m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover to Absecon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Dover and Absecon. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:29 PM which arrives into Absecon at 7:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark Broad St and take an average of 5h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Dover to Absecon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dover to Absecon. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Absecon station via Newark Broad St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.
Dover to Absecon train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Dover station.
Dover to Absecon train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Absecon station.
The distance between Dover and Absecon is 161.9 km. The road distance is 283 km.
You can take a train from Dover to Absecon via Newark Broad St, BROAD STREET station, Newark, Penn Station, Newark Penn Station, and 30th Street Station in around 5h 2m.