The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, NJ to Bethesda, MD
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$247
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ to Bethesda, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark, NJ to Bethesda, MD will cost around $247 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 37 trains that leave Newark, NJ for Bethesda, MD on Thu, Nov 27, 37 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 2 h 44 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.
87 Northeast Regional
87 Northeast Regional
163 Northeast Regional
159 Northeast Regional
159 Northeast Regional
2253 Acela
2203 Acela
2249 Acela
2205 Acela
2255 AcelaTravel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Bethesda, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €56.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€60 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €151 Average price |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newark, NJ to Bethesda, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Bethesda, MD trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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173 Northeast Regional | 9:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h06 | 12:28 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 9:28 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h00 | 12:28 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 9:41 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h20 | 1:01 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
193 Northeast Regional | 10:44 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h06 | 1:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
193 Northeast Regional | 10:49 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h01 | 1:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
197 Northeast Regional | 11:23 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h02 | 2:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 11:42 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h11 | 2:53 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 11:47 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h06 | 2:53 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 27 | |||||
55 Vermonter | 12:03 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h59 | 3:02 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 12:58 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h09 | 4:07 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
1175 Northeast Regional | 3:47 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h08 | 6:55 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 4:42 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h47 | 11:29 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 11:19 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h08 | 2:27 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 12:24 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h07 | 3:31 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
101 Northeast Regional | 1:06 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h06 | 4:12 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2203 Acela | 1:14 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h40 | 3:54 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 1:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h08 | 4:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 1:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h03 | 4:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
103 Northeast Regional | 2:06 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h10 | 5:16 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
103 Northeast Regional | 2:11 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h05 | 5:16 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2205 Acela | 2:14 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h42 | 4:56 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
155 Northeast Regional | 2:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h15 | 5:37 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 3:04 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h20 | 6:24 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 3:09 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h15 | 6:24 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2249 Acela | 3:17 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h41 | 5:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 4:23 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h02 | 7:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 6:07 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h05 | 9:12 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 6:12 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h00 | 9:12 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 6:35 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h06 | 9:41 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 7:20 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h27 | 10:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 7:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h07 | 10:29 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 7:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h02 | 10:29 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 7:53 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h27 | 11:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2253 Acela | 8:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h36 | 10:51 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 8:21 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h07 | 11:28 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 8:26 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h02 | 11:28 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, NJ to Bethesda, MD
Trains from Newark, NJ to Bethesda, MD run on average 40 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 39 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Newark, NJ to Bethesda, MD trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Newark, NJ and Bethesda, MD from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Newark, NJ to Bethesda, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Bethesda, MD 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 Bethesda, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newark, NJ to Bethesda, MD
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
- 24/7 Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the airport with various options for short-term and long-term stays.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
- Hilton Newark Airport
- Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is part of the Newark Liberty International Airport complex, connected by AirTrain to terminals and parking.
- AirTrain: Connects to airport terminals
- NJ Transit: Services to New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional services
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