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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
€278
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€278
Fastest journey on Sep 20
15 h
Average journey duration on Sep 20
15 h
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
974 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greenville, 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 Greenville, SC to Newark, NJ will cost around €278 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €278.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Greenville, SC to Newark, NJ, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 974 km distance in an average of 15 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 15 h 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 train as it is the most popular option from Greenville, SC to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €116 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €116, while a flight costs an average of €423.
Distance: 605 miles (974 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€309 Average price | €423 Average price | €116 Average price Cheapest | €137 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 2m Average total duration 15h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 16h 28m Average total duration 15h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Greenville, SC to Newark, NJ:
A bus is €194 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greenville, SC to Newark, NJ costing on average €309.
A bus is €307 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Greenville, SC to Newark, NJ costing on average €423.
Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 15h 32m.
Bus takes on average 15h 58m.
Tickets start at around €309 compared to roughly €137 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-172.66. The journey takes 15h 32m versus 10h 52m 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 Greenville, SC to Newark, NJ trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:23 AM Greenville, SC | 15h00 | 10:23 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Greenville, SC to Newark, NJ run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €148 but you can travel from only €72 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:23, the last at 14:20. The fastest train covers the 605 miles (974 km) distance in 14h 22m.
Distance 605 miles (974 km) |
Average train duration 15h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €148 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 14h 22m |
First train 2:23 AM |
Last train 2:20 PM |
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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 Greenville, 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 Greenville, SC to Newark, NJ trains use the Greenville Station to Newark Penn Station station pair, with some services arriving at Newark Airport Amtrak. Use this guide to compare Greenville, SC and Newark, NJ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Greenville Station is 1 km from Greenville city centre. Public transport options include:
Greenville Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Soby's, Larkin's on the River
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Greenville Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Greenville Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Greenville Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Greenville Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenville Station: Ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include The Westin Poinsett, Greenville, Courtyard Greenville Downtown, Hyatt Regency Greenville.
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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