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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: 13 May atDeparture city: NewarkDeparture location: Penn StationArrival time: 14 May atDestination city: BirminghamDestination location: Birmingham StationOperated by: Amtrak
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Newark to BirminghamAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Newark to Birmingham: Trip Overview
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Based on 5109 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 US$162.00
Newark to Birmingham Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Newark - Birmingham
How much does a cheap train ticket from Newark to Birmingham cost?
The average train ticket price from Newark to Birmingham is US$236. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Newark to Birmingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Newark to Birmingham?
A train trip between Newark and Birmingham is around 23h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 23h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 854 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Newark and Birmingham?
The number of trains from Newark to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Newark to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
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 to Birmingham was searched and found on 15 May 2025 with a price of US$184To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$184 to US$226 for a train ticket from Newark to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$184, which is on 2025-05-15.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Newark and Birmingham is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Birmingham.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Birmingham you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Newark and Birmingham, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Newark to Birmingham.
Did you know?
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
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