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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Penn Station | Elizabethtown, PA | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Elizabethtown, PA | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Elizabethtown, PA | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Penn Station | Elizabethtown, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Elizabethtown, PA | No tags |
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Get from Newark to Elizabethtown
The journey takes about 2 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5654 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $78
Amtrak Newark Elizabethtown recent customer reviews
Very smooth ride
Gabriela H.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Elizabethtown, PA by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Newark to Elizabethtown?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Elizabethtown start at $78. The average price for this train route is around $151. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Newark to Elizabethtown?
The average train trip from Newark to Elizabethtown takes 2h 56m and covers 218 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Elizabethtown route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Elizabethtown?
The earliest train from Newark to Elizabethtown departs at 6:07am. The latest train departs at 11:42pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Elizabethtown, PA was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $74To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Elizabethtown, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $74 to $842 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Elizabethtown, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2025-12-19.
