NJ TRANSIT train at Atlantic City Rail Terminal

Atlantic City - the only gamble you shouldn't take is the drive.

Skip the Expressway traffic and the parking fees. NJ TRANSIT connects to Atlantic City by rail and bus from across New Jersey and the region.

Atlantic City is the kind of place where the plan is loose by design. The tables, the boardwalk, the shows — you're not trying to optimize your night, you're trying to enjoy it. Take NJ TRANSIT from New York, Philadelphia, or anywhere in New Jersey, and you can do exactly that. Excursion fares are a deal before you've even sat down. And when the night winds down, your ride home is already sorted. Everything in between is yours.

Plan Your Trip Download the NJ TRANSIT App

How to Get to Atlantic City

Atlantic City is reachable by bus and rail from New York, Philadelphia, and across New Jersey — often with a direct trip and no transfers. Use the tabs below to find your route.

⚠ Fares are subject to change. An automated fare adjustment takes effect July 1, 2026. Visit njtransit.com/hearing for details.

From New York & North Jersey

Bus Route 319 provides express service from Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City directly to Atlantic City, with limited stops at Newark Penn Station and Journal Square Transportation Center in Jersey City.

Special excursion round-trip fare: $49.75, valid for 10 days from the date of sale. Tickets must be purchased in advance — drivers cannot issue round-trip tickets on board. Buy via the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App or at Port Authority Bus Terminal.

Note: Additional summer trips on Route 319 begin Saturday, June 20, 2026.

From Philadelphia, South & Central Jersey

By Bus — Route 551 (Philadelphia)

Bus Route 551 provides service between Philadelphia and Atlantic City Bus Terminal, with stops along Race Street, Market Street, Broad Street, and Vine Street in Philadelphia, plus Walter Rand Transportation Center in Camden and the Avandale Park & Ride in Sicklerville.

Special excursion round-trip fare: $23.65, valid for 10 days from the date of sale. Buy via the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App or at Atlantic City Bus Terminal — not available on board.

At Atlantic City Bus Terminal, Route 551 connects with NJ TRANSIT bus services to Ventnor, Margate, Longport, Brigantine, Ocean City, and Sea Isle City.

Note: Additional summer trips on Route 551 begin Saturday, June 20, 2026.

By Bus — Route 552 (Cape May & Wildwood)

Bus Route 552 provides year-round service from Cape May and North Wildwood to Atlantic City Bus Terminal, with additional summer trips beginning Saturday, June 20, 2026. A great option if you're coming from the southern Shore before heading to Atlantic City, or hopping between the Shore and the casinos.

By Bus — Route 553 (Upper Deerfield / South Jersey)

Bus Route 553 provides service from Upper Deerfield in Cumberland County to Atlantic City Bus Terminal, serving communities across South Jersey along the way.

By Bus — Route 554 (Lindenwold / PATCO Connection)

Bus Route 554 connects Lindenwold Station — where it meets the PATCO Speedline — to Atlantic City Bus Terminal, with stops at Atco, Hammonton, Egg Harbor City, and Absecon along the same corridor served by the Atlantic City Rail Line. A useful option for South Jersey riders who are connecting from PATCO or prefer a bus journey along that route.

By Bus — Route 559 (Lakewood / Central Jersey)

Bus Route 559 provides service from Lakewood in Ocean County to Atlantic City Bus Terminal, serving Central Jersey communities along the way.

By Rail — Atlantic City Rail Line

The Atlantic City Rail Line offers daily service between Philadelphia 30th Street Station and Atlantic City Rail Terminal, with stops at Pennsauken, Cherry Hill, Lindenwold, Atco, Hammonton, Egg Harbor City, and Absecon. The terminal is adjacent to the Atlantic City Convention Center, a few blocks from the boardwalk.

Pennsauken Transit Center offers free parking and connections from the River LINE — a great option if you're coming from Central Jersey.

PATCO Speedline connections at Lindenwold operate on Friday nights only on the weekday schedule. PATCO schedules also differ on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays — check ridepatco.org before you travel. Quiet Car service is available on select trains — see njtransit.com for details.

Connecting from further away: Amtrak passengers can connect to the Atlantic City Rail Line at Philadelphia 30th Street Station. Traveling via Philadelphia International Airport? Take SEPTA to 30th Street Station and connect to the Atlantic City Rail Line from there.

Free Casino Shuttle from the Rail Terminal

Arriving by train? The AC Jitney Association operates a complimentary shuttle service between the Atlantic City Rail Terminal and all Atlantic City casinos — and back again for your return train.

How It Works
  • Exit the rail terminal, go downstairs, and board one of three complimentary shuttles. No ticket needed.
  • Service runs only in connection with NJ TRANSIT train arrivals and departures — not at other times in between.
  • Heading back? Shuttles pick up at casinos 25 minutes before your train departs, so you make it back to the terminal on time.
  • Train shuttle stops are marked with an NJ TRANSIT sign — don't confuse these with regular jitney stops.
  • For assistance, call AC Jitney dispatch anytime between 8am and 11:30pm, seven days a week: (609) 415-8060.

This service is provided to NJ TRANSIT customers only — those arriving and departing via the Atlantic City Rail Line.

Shuttle Routes & Casino Stops

Route 1

  • The Claridge Hotel — Pop Lloyd Way & Indiana Ave.
  • Bally's, Wild West Casino & Caesar's — 2015 Pacific Ave.
  • Tropicana — 2801 Pacific Ave.

Route 2

  • Resorts & Hard Rock Hotel & Casino — 141 S. Pennsylvania Ave.
  • Showboat — 2 S. States Ave. & Pacific Ave.
  • Ocean Casino Resort — 626 Oriental Ave. & New Jersey Ave.

Route 3

  • Borgata Hotel, Casino & Spa — Renaissance Point Blvd.
  • Harrah's Resort — 701 Harrah's Blvd.
  • Golden Nugget Hotel, Casino & Marina — 633 Huron Ave.

Full shuttle details and route map at jitneyac.com →

Getting Around Atlantic City

Once you arrive, NJ TRANSIT local bus routes and the AC Jitney make it easy to get around the city — to the beach, the boardwalk, neighboring towns, and back.

NJ TRANSIT Local Bus Routes

The following routes serve Atlantic City and the surrounding area, all operating from the Atlantic City Bus Terminal:

AC Jitney — City Routes

In addition to the free casino shuttle timed to train arrivals, the AC Jitney Association operates four fixed city routes available to all riders — not just train passengers.

  • Four routes: Downtown, Midtown, Uptown, and Marina — covering Atlantic Avenue and the major casino corridors
  • Fare: $3.00 one-way. Pay by cash, or use the Jitney Surfer app (iOS and Android) to buy tickets in advance and scan to board
  • 24/7 service on three routes; daytime service on the fourth
  • Senior citizen and frequent rider discounts available — tickets at 3100 Atlantic Ave. (at Atlantic & S. Chelsea Aves.) or by calling (609) 646-8642

The AC Jitney's free casino shuttle (timed to train arrivals) is a separate service from the paid city routes above. See the free shuttle details →

Download the Atlantic City Transit Area Map (PDF) →

What's Waiting in Atlantic City

The Boardwalk

One of the most famous oceanfront promenades in the world — four miles of shops, restaurants, entertainment, and ocean views. The original boardwalk, the one that inspired the game, and still one of the best ways to spend a summer day in New Jersey. A short walk from the rail terminal or bus terminal, or hop the free casino shuttle and walk over from your property.

Atlantic City Beach

A wide, free public beach running the full length of the city, accessible directly from the boardwalk with no fee required. One of the few genuinely free beaches on the Jersey Shore — no beach badge, no parking, no hassle. Just show up.

Steel Pier

The iconic amusement pier jutting out over the Atlantic Ocean at Virginia Avenue — rides, games, food, and views of the city skyline from the water. A fixture of the Atlantic City boardwalk since 1898 and one of the most recognizable landmarks on the Shore. Good for families, good for a group looking for something beyond the casino floor. steelpier.com

Live Entertainment

Atlantic City's casino venues host headline performers in music, comedy, and boxing throughout the year. Hard Rock Live, Borgata Event Center, Ocean Casino Resort's Ovation Hall, and the Atlantic City Convention Center all stage major shows that draw crowds from across the region. Getting there by train means you never have to leave early to beat the parking lot.

Dining

Atlantic City's restaurant scene is better than its reputation suggests. The Borgata alone has drawn more James Beard–recognized chefs than most cities its size. Beyond the casino floors, the White House Sub Shop on Mississippi Avenue has been making legendary hoagies since 1946 — worth the detour. The boardwalk runs the full range from salt water taffy and boardwalk fries to proper sit-down restaurants with ocean views.

The Casinos

Atlantic City's casinos are the heart of the city — each one its own destination, with gaming, dining, live entertainment, spas, and nightlife under one roof. With the free AC Jitney shuttle timed to train arrivals, hopping between properties is easy.

  • Bally's Atlantic City
  • Borgata Hotel, Casino & Spa
  • Caesar's Atlantic City
  • Golden Nugget Atlantic City
  • Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City
  • Harrah's Resort Atlantic City
  • Ocean Casino Resort
  • Resorts Casino Hotel
  • Showboat Atlantic City
  • Tropicana Atlantic City
Atlantic City Convention Center

One of the largest convention centers on the East Coast — over 500,000 square feet of exhibit and meeting space, adjacent to the Atlantic City Rail Terminal. If you're attending a conference or trade show, you can walk off the train and straight through the door. No rideshare, no parking, no navigating an unfamiliar city.

For the latest on Atlantic City events and attractions, visit the Atlantic City Convention and Visitors Authority →

Visit Atlantic City

Who Are You? Find Your Best Way to Ride.

Casino Players & Sports Bettors

Atlantic City is the gaming capital of the East Coast, and every casino on the floor is within a short jitney ride of the Rail Terminal. Take NJ TRANSIT and the only odds you need to think about are the ones at the table. Route 319 from New York or the Rail Line from Philadelphia — either way, you're in the right seat before you've even arrived. Check the schedule before you go and note that the last train from Atlantic City Rail Terminal departs around 10:51pm on weekdays and weekends — plan your session accordingly. Buy your excursion ticket in advance and let the ride handle itself.

From New York

Bus Route 319 from Port Authority Bus Terminal is the direct shot — express service with limited stops at Newark Penn Station and Jersey City Journal Square, and an excursion round-trip fare valid for 10 days. No transfers, no connections, no thinking about it. Extra summer trips start June 20, 2026. Buy your ticket on the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App before you board.

From Philadelphia & South Jersey

From Philadelphia's 30th Street Station, the Atlantic City Rail Line is a straight shot — no transfers, no bridge toll, no Expressway. The free casino shuttle is waiting at the terminal when you arrive. If you're in South Jersey near the rail corridor — Cherry Hill, Lindenwold, Hammonton, Egg Harbor City — you may be closer to the action than you think. And if you're coming by bus, Route 551 offers one of the best excursion deals in the region.

Overnight Guests

Staying at a casino hotel? The train is an especially strong call. No parking fees stacking up while you're inside. No car to deal with after a long night. The Atlantic City Rail Terminal is steps from the casino district, and the free AC Jitney shuttle connects you to every property on arrival. Check in, enjoy the whole stay, and board the train home when you're ready.

Families & Groups

Atlantic City has more for families than most people expect. Steel Pier has been running rides over the ocean since 1898. The boardwalk is four miles of free entertainment. The beach has no badge and no fee. Take NJ TRANSIT and skip the parking lot scramble — arrive at the terminal, hop the free shuttle, and the boardwalk is a short walk away.

Seniors & Riders with Disabilities

Reduced fares are available at all times on NJ TRANSIT. The Atlantic City Rail Terminal and Bus Terminal are both fully ADA accessible, as are all NJ TRANSIT buses serving Atlantic City. Learn more about Reduced Fares and Access Link.

Safety & Security on NJ TRANSIT

Your safety is our top priority — every trip, every time.

  • Transit Police Presence — NJ TRANSIT Police patrol trains, stations, and platforms 24/7, with enhanced presence during major events.
  • See Something, Say Something — Report suspicious activity through the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App or by texting NJTPD to 65873.
  • Well-Lit Stations & Security Cameras — Major stations feature lighting, surveillance, and emergency call boxes throughout.
  • Real-Time Alerts — Stay informed with live service updates via the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App.

Ticketing & Fares

NJ TRANSIT Mobile App

The most secure way to buy NJ TRANSIT tickets and passes. Available free from the Apple App Store and Google Play. Buy, store, and scan tickets from your phone before you board.

Tap & Ride

NJ TRANSIT buses support Tap & Ride. Tap your credit/debit card or phone at the front of the bus and let the driver know your destination.

Web Tickets

Purchase train tickets online at webtickets.njtransit.com.

Ticket Vending Machines & Ticket Offices

Available at major stations for cash and card purchases. Ticket offices at select major terminals.

⚠ Buy before you board. Excursion round-trip tickets must be purchased in advance — not available on board. Tickets are valid for 10 days from date of sale. Train tickets purchased on board add a $5.00 surcharge. Fares are subject to change — an automated fare adjustment takes effect July 1, 2026. Visit njtransit.com/hearing for details.

The house doesn't have the best odds on this one.

Take NJ TRANSIT to Atlantic City and the math already works in your favor — excursion fares, no parking, no tolls, and a ride home that's already sorted. Save what's left for the casino floor.

Plan Your Trip Download the NJ TRANSIT App