How much does a train ticket from Newark to Pittsburgh cost?

The average train ticket price from Newark to Pittsburgh is $139. The best way to find train tickets from Newark to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

A train trip between Newark and Pittsburgh is around 12h 17m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 56m. This is the time it takes to travel the 306 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Newark and Pittsburgh?

The number of trains from Newark to Pittsburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Newark to Pittsburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Newark to Pittsburgh?

When taking the train from Newark to Pittsburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Newark to Pittsburgh?

Trains traveling between Newark and Pittsburgh leave from Newark Liberty International Airport or Penn Station and arrive at Intermodal Station.

Train Newark to Pittsburgh from $72 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Newark to Pittsburgh on November 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Pittsburgh on November 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Pittsburgh on November 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:09am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	9h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Penn Station	14h 26m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Penn Station	14h 26m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	11:23am	Penn Station	12h 17m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Penn Station	14h 26m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	11:23am	Penn Station	12h 17m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Pittsburgh on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Penn Station	14h 26m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Penn Station	14h 26m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	11:23am	Penn Station	12h 17m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Penn Station	14h 26m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	11:23am	Penn Station	12h 17m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:34am	Penn Station	12h 6m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Pittsburgh on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Pittsburgh on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Pittsburgh on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Pittsburgh on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15am	Penn Station	12h 25m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:36 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 7 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

7h 55mAverage Duration

306 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $205	Average Duration7h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$73 - $612	Average Duration12h 17m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5582 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 $73

Amtrak Newark Pittsburgh recent customer reviews

I love it

Jader R.

January 4, 2024

It was a good experience.

Nancy B.

September 23, 2023

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Newark, NJ and Pittsburgh?

Stops in Newark, NJ

A - Newark Liberty International Airport

B - Penn Station

Stops in Pittsburgh

A - Intermodal Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Newark, NJ - Pittsburgh

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/11

$91

11/12

$106

Today

$91

11/14

$151

11/15

$100

11/16

$72

11/17

$91

11/18

$72

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $72

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 Pittsburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $72 to $626 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2025-11-16.