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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 on Sep 20
€140
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€142
Fastest journey on Sep 20
11 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
12 h 1 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
878 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence, SC 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 Florence, SC to Newark, NJ will cost around €142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €140.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Florence, SC to Newark, NJ, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 878 km distance in an average of 12 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 53 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 12 h 9 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.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Florence, SC to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €127 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €127, while a flight costs an average of €520.
Distance: 545 miles (878 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€249 Average price | €520 Average price | €127 Average price Cheapest | €124 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 13m Average total duration 11h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 16h 58m Average total duration 16h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Florence, SC to Newark, NJ:
A bus is €122 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence, SC to Newark, NJ costing on average €249.
A bus is €393 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence, SC to Newark, NJ costing on average €520.
Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 43m.
Bus takes on average 16h 28m.
Tickets start at around €249 compared to roughly €124 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-124.89. The journey takes 11h 43m versus 9h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Florence, SC to Newark, NJ trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:32 PM Florence, SC | 11h26 | 10:58 AM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 3:32 AM Florence, SC | 11h53 | 3:25 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:54 PM Florence, SC | 12h09 | 4:03 AM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Florence, SC to Newark, NJ run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €141 but you can travel from only €77 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:19, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 545 miles (878 km) distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 545 miles (878 km) |
Average train duration 11h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €141 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 11h 5m |
First train 6:19 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
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Best time to book 63 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 Florence, SC 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 Florence, SC to Newark, NJ trains use the Florence Station to Newark Penn Station station pair, with some services arriving at Newark Airport Amtrak. Use this guide to compare Florence, SC and Newark, NJ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Florence Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Florence Station.
Ticket office support is available at Florence Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Florence Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Florence Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Florence Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Aloft Florence, Hyatt Place Florence Downtown, Hotel Florence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.
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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