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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Durham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just ZAR 1,048, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 6480 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 Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 1,446
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Durham, NC, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Newark to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Durham start from ZAR 1,446. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 2,081. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Durham?
The average train journey time from Newark to Durham is 12h 31m, covering a distance of 416 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 11h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Durham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Durham?
The earliest train from Newark to Durham departs at 07:24. And the latest train departs at 23:42.
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 Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 9 Sept 2026 with a price of ZAR 1,627To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Durham, NC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 1,627 to ZAR 7,998 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 1,627, which is on 2026-09-15.
