Trains from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ

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WedMar 20
from $79
ThuMar 21
from $32
FriMar 22
from $91
SatMar 23
from $120
SunMar 24
from $109
MonMar 25
from $79
TueMar 26
WedMar 27

Trains leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
9:35AM
3h3m
12:38PM
Washington - Union Station
Cheapest
Newark - Penn Station
Cheapest
Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
10:10AM
3h4m
1:14PM
Washington - Union Station
2nd Cheapest
Newark - Penn Station
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
6:00AM
2h27m
8:27AM
Washington - Union Station
Fastest
Newark - Penn Station
Fastest
Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
5:00AM
2h30m
7:30AM
Washington - Union Station
Newark - Penn Station
Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
5:00AM
2h30m
7:30AM
Washington - Union Station
Newark - Penn Station
Train Washington to Newark: Trip Overview

Train Washington to Newark: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$81
Average train trip duration3h 1m
Number of daily trains44
Earliest train departure5:00 AM
Distance197 miles (317 km)
Latest train departure10:00 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Reviews

Trip Reviews for Washington - Newark

3.6 out of 5 stars

User reviews from travelers who booked a train ticket from Washington to Newark

Ratings and Reviews (183)

I used a train and it was excellent in terms of cleanliness and punctuality

Tegest B.

November 8, 2022
All perfect

Pietro C.

September 18, 2022
There was no air conditioning in the quiet car. This made the trip a bit uncomfortable.

Cathleen M.

July 24, 2022
Train Companies

Train Companies

According to customer reviews, the train service is highly praised for its cleanliness and punctuality. However, some customers have mentioned that there was no air conditioning in the quiet car, which made their trip slightly uncomfortable.

Amtrak Washington Newark recent customer reviews

I used a train and it was excellent in terms of cleanliness and punctuality

Tegest B.November 8, 2022

All perfect

Pietro C.September 18, 2022

There was no air conditioning in the quiet car. This made the trip a bit uncomfortable.

Cathleen M.July 24, 2022
US train company: Brightline

Washington to Newark Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains44
Earliest and Latest Train Departures5:00AM - 10:00PM
Minimum Price$32
Average Ticket Price$81
Minimum Trip Duration2h27m
Average Train Trip Duration3h1m
Distance197 miles (317 km)
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Washington - Newark

The average train ticket price from Washington to Newark is $81. The best way to find train tickets from Washington to Newark 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!

A train trip between Washington and Newark is around 3h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 27m. This is the time it takes to travel the 198 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Washington to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 44. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Newark by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
03/17
$32
Today
$32
03/19
$16
03/20
$16
03/21
$32
03/22
$32
03/23
$32
03/24
$79
The cheapest trip from Washington to Newark was searched and found on Mar 19, 2024 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $313 for a train ticket from Washington to Newark based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2024-03-19.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Washington to Newark is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Newark, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Washington and Newark, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Washington to Newark.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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Train from Newark to Washington

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