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Trip Overview

The average train between Montclair and Cambridge takes 5h 10m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Montclair to Cambridge. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 10m
Duration
247 mi
Distance
$158
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Montclair to Cambridge train times

Trains run twice daily between Montclair and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Montclair is at 6:17 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 11:30 PM. All services require a transfer at Penn Station and take an average of 5h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    NJ TransitAmtrak5h 10m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitAmtrak Acela5h 3m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitAmtrak Acela4h 43m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitAmtrak5h 36m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Montclair to Cambridge? 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.

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  • Distance: 247 mi
  • Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Montclair, NJ, USA and Cambridge, MA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–750 and the journey takes 3h 36m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours.

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