The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- €38
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- €293
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 2 h 39 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 2 h 41 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 38
- Distance
- 319 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ will cost around €293 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €38.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 38 trains from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ, including 38 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 319 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
66 Northeast Regional10:00 PM 6h45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 4:45 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ €38 1 One-way 0 changes
1156 Northeast Regional2:35 PM 3h03 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 5:38 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ €163 1 One-way 0 changes
1156 Northeast Regional2:35 PM 3h09 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 5:44 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ €163 1 One-way 0 changes
1128 Northeast Regional9:15 PM 3h00 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 12:15 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ €163 1 One-way 0 changes
1118 Northeast Regional10:05 AM 3h10 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 1:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ €205 1 One-way 0 changes
2118 Acela [NextGen]2:55 PM 2h39 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 5:34 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ €347 1 One-way 0 changes
2122 Acela [NextGen]4:55 PM 2h41 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 7:36 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ €347 1 One-way 0 changes
2116 Acela [NextGen]1:45 PM 2h42 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 4:27 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ €433 1 One-way 0 changes
2106 Acela [NextGen]9:50 AM 2h42 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 12:32 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ €528 1 One-way 0 changes
2114 Acela [NextGen]11:55 AM 2h43 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 2:38 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ €347 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ
Trains from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ run on average 41 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €10 by coach.
There are 41 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 319 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 319 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 41 |
Direct trains 41 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 3:00 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Newark, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Newark, NJ trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1160 Northeast Regional | 5:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h02 | 8:27 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1160 Northeast Regional | 5:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h57 | 8:22 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2148 Acela [NextGen] | 7:45 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h50 | 10:35 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1152 Northeast Regional | 8:22 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h15 | 11:37 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela [NextGen] | 8:45 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h44 | 11:29 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1164 Northeast Regional | 9:15 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h14 | 12:29 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2106 Acela [NextGen] | 9:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h42 | 12:32 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1118 Northeast Regional | 10:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h10 | 1:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1082 Northeast Regional | 10:30 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 1:31 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1082 Northeast Regional | 10:30 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h06 | 1:36 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2152 Acela [NextGen] | 10:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h43 | 1:33 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1088 Northeast Regional | 11:27 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 2:27 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1088 Northeast Regional | 11:27 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h55 | 2:22 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2114 Acela [NextGen] | 11:55 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h43 | 2:38 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1140 Northeast Regional | 12:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h07 | 3:32 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1140 Northeast Regional | 12:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 3:25 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1194 Northeast Regional | 1:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h06 | 4:11 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1194 Northeast Regional | 1:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h13 | 4:18 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2116 Acela [NextGen] | 1:45 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h42 | 4:27 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1116 Northeast Regional | 2:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h10 | 5:30 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1116 Northeast Regional | 2:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h03 | 5:23 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
20 Crescent | 2:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h42 | 6:17 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1156 Northeast Regional | 2:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h09 | 5:44 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1156 Northeast Regional | 2:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h03 | 5:38 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2118 Acela [NextGen] | 2:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h39 | 5:34 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1168 Northeast Regional | 3:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h56 | 6:21 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1168 Northeast Regional | 3:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 6:26 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2120 Acela [NextGen] | 3:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h43 | 6:38 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1126 Northeast Regional | 3:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h47 | 6:45 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1146 Northeast Regional | 4:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h59 | 7:24 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2122 Acela [NextGen] | 4:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h41 | 7:36 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
80 Carolinian | 5:15 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h57 | 8:12 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1142 Northeast Regional | 5:24 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h09 | 8:33 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1138 Northeast Regional | 6:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h14 | 9:24 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 7:57 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h06 | 11:03 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1128 Northeast Regional | 9:15 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 12:15 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h45 | 4:45 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Washington, DC to Newark, NJ train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newark, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Washington, DC and Newark, NJ
Most Washington, DC to Newark, NJ trains use the Union Station to Newark Penn Station station pair, with some services arriving at Newark Airport Amtrak. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Newark, NJ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do trains to Newark, NJ leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Washington city centre
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Shake Shack, McDonald’s, Starbucks, Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Chopt Creative Salad Co., Chipotle Mexican Grill, Thunder Grill, Johnny Rockets, Jamba Juice, Ladurée Union Station, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
Which Newark, NJ station do trains from Washington, DC arrive at?
Getting to Newark Penn Station from Newark city centre
Newark Penn Station train station facilities and services
Newark Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Forno's of Spain, Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newark Penn Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Newark Penn Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newark Penn Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newark Penn Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Penn Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station, Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown.
Getting to Newark Airport Amtrak from Newark city centre
Newark Airport Amtrak is 4 km from Newark city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Airport Amtrak train station facilities and services
Newark Airport Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newark Airport Amtrak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, Hilton Newark Airport, Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel.
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