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The Newark Museum of Art
Major art museum with American art, Tibetan galleries, decorative arts, and a planetarium; Newark’s leading cultural institution.
Cheapest price
€98
Average price
€142
Fastest journey
5 h 3 m
Average duration
5 h 49 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Culpeper, VA to Newark, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Culpeper, VA to Newark, NJ will cost around €142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €98.
Of the 6 trains that leave Culpeper, VA for Newark, NJ on Wed, Aug 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 413 km distance in an average of 5 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 3 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 26 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 Regional
178 Northeast Regional
178 Northeast Regional
20 Crescent · 148 Northeast Regional
50 Cardinal
50 Cardinal
178 Northeast Regional
178 Northeast Regional
20 Crescent · 148 Northeast Regional
20 CrescentOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Culpeper, VA to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €70, and a flight costs an average of €154.
Distance: 256 miles (413 km)
Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€134 Average price Cheapest | €181 Average price |
6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Culpeper, VA to Newark, NJ:
A train is €47 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Culpeper, VA to Newark, NJ costing on average €181.
Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 31m.
The table below shows live departures for Culpeper, VA to Newark, NJ trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional | 7:53 PM Culpeper Station, Culpeper, VA | 8h52 | 4:45 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
20 Crescent | 11:51 AM Culpeper Station, Culpeper, VA | 6h26 | 6:17 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
20 Crescent · 148 Northeast Regional | 11:51 AM Culpeper Station, Culpeper, VA | 6h09 | 6:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
178 Northeast Regional | 1:17 PM Culpeper Station, Culpeper, VA | 5h46 | 7:03 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 1:17 PM Culpeper Station, Culpeper, VA | 5h40 | 6:57 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Culpeper, VA to Newark, NJ run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €70 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 256 miles (413 km) distance in 5h 28m.
Distance 256 miles (413 km) |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €70 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 7:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Newark, NJ — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newark, NJ trip today.
Major art museum with American art, Tibetan galleries, decorative arts, and a planetarium; Newark’s leading cultural institution.
Gallery and archives exploring Jewish life in New Jersey through exhibitions, documents, and local community history.
University museum presenting science, archaeology, and cultural collections with changing exhibits in an academic setting.
Revitalized downtown park with monuments, events, and outdoor seating; a lively starting point for exploring central Newark.
Large historic park famed for cherry blossoms, lakes, and broad walking paths; a favorite for spring visits and quiet strolls.
Lively neighborhood known for Portuguese, Brazilian, and Spanish culture, colorful streets, markets, and strong local character.
Portuguese-style grilled sardines are a beloved Ironbound staple, especially in summer. Simple charcoal grilling highlights the neighborhood's strong Iberian heritage.
Rodizio is Brazilian all-you-can-eat grilled meat service, popular in Newark's Brazilian community. It showcases the Ironbound's major Lusophone food culture.
Seafood rice packed with shrimp, clams, mussels, and fish is a classic Portuguese dish widely served in Newark's Ironbound restaurants.
Classic Ironbound bakery and café known for Portuguese pastries, coffee, sandwiches, and everyday local energy.
Established Portuguese restaurant in the Ironbound known for seafood, grilled fish, and polished old-world dining.
Lively Spanish tavern and restaurant famed for tapas, paella, sangria, and a festive Ironbound atmosphere.
Moderate for the New York area: hotels can be high, but dining and transit are often cheaper than Manhattan. Budget eats are easy to find.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis, and $1-2 for coffee drinks or café service if there is table service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Culpeper, VA 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.

Most Culpeper, VA to Newark, NJ trains use the Culpeper Station to Newark Penn Station station pair, with some services arriving at Newark Airport Amtrak. Use this guide to compare Culpeper, VA and Newark, NJ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Culpeper Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Food options include: KFC, Deli Cious, Dee Dee's Family Restaurant
Ticket office support is available at Culpeper Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Culpeper Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Culpeper Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Culpeper, Best Western Culpeper Inn, Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Culpeper.
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 options include: Forno's of Spain, Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Penn Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Newark Penn Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Penn Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station, Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown.
Newark Airport Amtrak is 4 km from Newark city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Airport Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Airport Amtrak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, Hilton Newark Airport, Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel.
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