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Trip Overview

The average train between Elizabeth and Columbus Circle takes 46 min and the fastest train takes 40 min. There is a train service every few hours from Elizabeth to Columbus Circle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

46 min
Duration
17 mi
Distance
$11
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Elizabeth to New York Penn Stationtrain train Nec / ...
40 min
$6–17

Elizabeth to Columbus Circle train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Elizabeth and Columbus Circle. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Elizabeth is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Columbus Circle at 12:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Penn Station and take an average of 46 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    NJ TransitMTA43 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitMTA47 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitMTA52 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitMTA42 min • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    NJ TransitMTA47 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitMTA59 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitMTA1h 1m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitMTA57 min • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 16.8 mi
  • Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Elizabeth, NJ, USA and Columbus Circle, NY, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Elizabeth to New York Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–14 and the journey takes 31 min.

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