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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
$236
Average price
$236
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, VA to Newark, NJ will cost around $236 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $236.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fairfax, VA for Newark, NJ on Fri, Jul 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 48 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest trains will take 4 h 54 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.
178 Northeast Regional
178 Northeast Regional
178 Northeast Regional
178 Northeast RegionalTrains from Fairfax, VA to Newark, NJ run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€39) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€39) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
The table below shows live departures for Fairfax, VA to Newark, NJ trains for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:01 PM Fairfax, VA | 4h37 | 9:38 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:01 PM Fairfax, VA | 4h37 | 10:38 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:09 PM Fairfax, VA | 4h48 | 10:57 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:29 PM Fairfax, VA | 4h28 | 10:57 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, VA to Newark, NJ trains use the Burke Centre Station to Newark Penn Station station pair, with some services arriving at Newark Airport Amtrak. Use this guide to compare Fairfax, VA and Newark, NJ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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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