How much is the train ticket from Newark to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to New York City start from $29. The average price for this train route is around $93. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newark to New York City?

The average train ride duration from Newark to New York City is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 119 miles (192 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Newark to New York City route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to New York City?

The earliest train departs from Newark to New York City at 9:27am. And the latest train departs at 4:52pm.

Train Newark to New York City from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Newark to New York City on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:17pm	Newark Station	2h 10m	5:27pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	3:56pm	Newark Station	2h 6m	6:02pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:44am	Newark Station	2h 15m	11:59am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:44am	Newark Station	2h 15m	11:59am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	3:17pm	Newark Station	2h 10m	5:27pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Newark to New York City on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:17pm	Newark Station	2h 10m	5:27pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	3:56pm	Newark Station	2h 6m	6:02pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:27am	Newark Station	2h 10m	11:37am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:27am	Newark Station	2h 10m	11:37am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	3:17pm	Newark Station	2h 10m	5:27pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Newark to New York City on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:13am	Newark Station	1h 59m	12:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	10:13am	Newark Station	1h 59m	12:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	2:44pm	Newark Station	2h 6m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	2:44pm	Newark Station	2h 6m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	4:47pm	Newark Station	2h 11m	6:58pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Newark to New York City on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:44pm	Newark Station	2h 6m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	10:13am	Newark Station	1h 59m	12:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	10:13am	Newark Station	1h 59m	12:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	2:44pm	Newark Station	2h 6m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	4:47pm	Newark Station	2h 11m	6:58pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Newark to New York City on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:44pm	Newark Station	2h 6m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	10:13am	Newark Station	1h 59m	12:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	10:13am	Newark Station	1h 59m	12:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	2:44pm	Newark Station	2h 6m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	4:47pm	Newark Station	2h 11m	6:58pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Newark to New York City on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:47pm	Newark Station	2h 11m	6:58pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	10:13am	Newark Station	1h 59m	12:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	10:13am	Newark Station	1h 59m	12:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	2:44pm	Newark Station	2h 6m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	2:44pm	Newark Station	2h 6m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Newark to New York City on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:13am	Newark Station	1h 59m	12:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	10:13am	Newark Station	1h 59m	12:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	2:44pm	Newark Station	2h 6m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	2:44pm	Newark Station	2h 6m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	4:47pm	Newark Station	2h 11m	6:58pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3hAverage Duration

124 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$71 - $71	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$29 - $231	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $29

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, DE to New York City 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 New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to New York City start from $29. The average price for this train route is around $93. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to New York City?
The average train ride duration from Newark to New York City is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 119 miles (192 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Newark to New York City route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to New York City?
The earliest train departs from Newark to New York City at 9:27am. And the latest train departs at 4:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$148

12/11

$148

Today

$181

12/13

$63

12/14

$181

12/15

$63

12/16

$63

12/17

$63

The cheapest trip from Newark, DE to New York City was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $63

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, DE to New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $63 to $292 for a train ticket from Newark, DE to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-12-13.