How much is the train ticket from Newark to Elizabethtown?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Elizabethtown start from R 945. The average price for this train route is around R 1 833. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newark to Elizabethtown?

The average train journey time from Newark to Elizabethtown is 2h 56m, covering a distance of 218 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Newark to Elizabethtown route?

Several major train operators run on 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 06:07. And the latest train departs at 23:42.

Train Newark to Elizabethtown from R 738 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Newark to Elizabethtown on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:41	Penn Station	7h	06:41	Elizabethtown, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	23:41	Penn Station	7h	06:41	Elizabethtown, PA	No tags
Train	23:41	Penn Station	8h 4m	07:45	Elizabethtown, PA	No tags
Train	23:41	Penn Station	8h 4m	07:45	Elizabethtown, PA	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Elizabethtown on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:22	Penn Station	2h 41m	15:03	Elizabethtown, PA	Cheapest
	Train	14:34	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 35m	17:09	Elizabethtown, PA	Fastest
	Train	06:07	Penn Station	2h 48m	08:55	Elizabethtown, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:44	Penn Station	3h 42m	10:26	Elizabethtown, PA	No tags
	Train	07:34	Penn Station	2h 52m	10:26	Elizabethtown, PA	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Elizabethtown on 24 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	23:42	Penn Station	9h 6m	08:48	Elizabethtown, PA	Cheapest
	Train	14:34	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 35m	17:09	Elizabethtown, PA	Fastest
	Train	06:07	Penn Station	2h 48m	08:55	Elizabethtown, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:44	Penn Station	3h 42m	10:26	Elizabethtown, PA	No tags
	Train	07:34	Penn Station	2h 52m	10:26	Elizabethtown, PA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:08 AM EST.

Get from Newark to Elizabethtown

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 945, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17train per day

2h 56mAverage duration

218 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 654 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 945

Amtrak Newark Elizabethtown recent customer reviews

Very smooth ride

Gabriela H.

31 May 2023

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Elizabethtown, PA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 945. The average price for this train route is around R 1 833. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Elizabethtown?
The average train journey time from Newark to Elizabethtown is 2h 56m, covering a distance of 218 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Elizabethtown route?
Several major train operators run on 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 06:07. And the latest train departs at 23:42.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

16/12

R 893

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R 893

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R 910

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R 1 099

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R 1 425

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R 1 099

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The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Elizabethtown, PA was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 893

To 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 R 893 to R 10 229 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 R 1 099, which is on 2025-12-19.