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Newark Museum of Art
New Jersey’s largest museum, known for American art, Tibetan galleries, decorative arts, and the planetarium. A core cultural stop in Newark.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 6 trains that leave New Haven, CT for Newark, NJ on Sat, Jun 27, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Sat, Jun 27 the slowest trains will take 3 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$53 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ costing on average $53 (€43).
Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 16m.
Tickets start at around $53 (€43) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-30.75 (€-25.17). The journey takes 2h 16m versus 1h 58m 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 New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
143 Northeast Regional | 7:05 AM New Haven, CT | 3h03 | 10:08 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 7:35 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h33 | 10:08 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 7:35 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h28 | 10:03 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2249 NextGen Acela | 8:16 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h05 | 10:21 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional · 147 Northeast Regional | 9:06 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h05 | 1:11 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
195 Northeast Regional | 9:06 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h15 | 11:21 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional · 147 Northeast Regional | 9:06 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h00 | 1:06 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
2271 NextGen Acela | 9:31 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h02 | 11:33 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 9:50 AM New Haven, CT | 3h21 | 1:11 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 10:28 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h43 | 1:11 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 10:28 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h38 | 1:06 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 11:05 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h28 | 1:33 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent | 11:05 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h10 | 2:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
461 Valley Flyer · 161 Northeast Regional | 11:49 AM New Haven, CT | 2h37 | 2:26 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
161 Northeast Regional | 12:06 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h20 | 2:26 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 12:06 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h15 | 2:21 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 12:36 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h44 | 3:20 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 12:36 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h49 | 3:25 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
463 Amtrak Hartford Line · 163 Northeast Regional | 1:45 PM New Haven, CT | 2h42 | 4:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
163 Northeast Regional | 2:06 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h21 | 4:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 2:06 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h16 | 4:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2255 NextGen Acela | 3:10 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h03 | 5:13 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 4:04 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h17 | 6:21 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 4:04 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h22 | 6:26 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
57 Vermonter | 4:34 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h43 | 7:17 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
57 Vermonter · 165 Northeast Regional | 4:34 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h48 | 8:22 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
57 Vermonter · 165 Northeast Regional | 4:34 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h43 | 8:17 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
57 Vermonter · 671 Keystone Service | 4:34 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h34 | 8:08 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
165 Northeast Regional | 5:35 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h42 | 8:17 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 5:35 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h47 | 8:22 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2259 Acela | 6:34 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h03 | 8:37 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
167 Northeast Regional | 7:21 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h17 | 9:38 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 9:10 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h30 | 11:40 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
169 Northeast Regional | 10:20 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h15 | 12:35 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 3:20 AM New Haven, CT | 2h21 | 5:41 AM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
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Discover the best of Newark — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newark trip today.
New Jersey’s largest museum, known for American art, Tibetan galleries, decorative arts, and the planetarium. A core cultural stop in Newark.
Interactive music museum space inside Prudential Center with exhibits on recording, artists, and music history. Popular with modern culture fans.
Museum inside the historic Ahavas Sholom synagogue, presenting Jewish history, culture, and community heritage in Newark and New Jersey.
Famous urban park celebrated for its cherry blossoms, lakes, and broad walking routes. One of Newark’s most photogenic and popular outdoor spaces.
Newark’s best-known neighborhood for street life, culture, and walkable urban atmosphere. Popular with both locals and visitors.
Revitalized downtown park with public art, events, lawns, and seating. A lively central gathering spot near major landmarks.
Charcoal-grilled sardines are a classic in Newark's Ironbound, reflecting the neighborhood's strong Portuguese heritage and especially popular during summer festivals.
A saffron rice dish loaded with shellfish and other seafood, widely served in the Ironbound and tied to the area's Spanish and Portuguese dining culture.
Salt cod prepared in traditional Portuguese styles such as baked, grilled, or with potatoes and onions; it is one of the signature foods of Newark's Lusophone community.
A respected Basque and Spanish restaurant known for seafood, garlic shrimp, and refined service, popular for a more upscale Ironbound meal.
A long-established Spanish restaurant known for paella, seafood, and classic Iberian dishes in an elegant old-school setting in the Ironbound.
A popular Brazilian-Portuguese steakhouse best known for rodizio-style meats and a lively group-friendly atmosphere in Newark.
Moderate for U.S. city travel. Hotels can be pricey near the airport, but local dining is fairly affordable.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 15-20% for taxis and rideshares. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, USD 1-2 per bag for porters, and a few dollars daily for hotel housekeeping.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT and Newark, NJ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Union League Cafe, Zinc New Haven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Study at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, New Haven Hotel.
New Haven, State St and RR Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven, State St and RR Station.
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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