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Brandywine Museum of Art
Museum and library focused on the Brandywine Valley, with art, manuscripts, and exhibitions connected to local creative history.
Cheapest price on Sep 26
€59
Average ticket price on Sep 26
€59
Fastest journey on Sep 26
7 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Sep 26
7 h 8 m
Trains on Sep 26
1
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ to Exton, PA 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 Exton, PA will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
On Sat, Sep 26, we found 1 trains from Newark, NJ to Exton, PA, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 26 the direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 8 m .
On Sat, Sep 26 the slowest trains will take 7 h 8 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Exton, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €86.
Distance: 90 miles (146 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€86 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Exton, PA:
A bus is €68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Exton, PA costing on average €86.
Other travel options to Exton, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 52m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 49m by train vs 1h 50m by car). Tickets start at around €86 compared to roughly €17 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Exton, PA trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:27 PM Newark, NJ | 1h55 | 3:22 PM Exton, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 PM Newark, NJ | 2h06 | 10:16 PM Exton, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:27 PM Newark, NJ | 3h41 | 2:08 AM Exton, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Newark, NJ to Exton, PA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (146 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 90 miles (146 km) |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 5:06 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Discover the best of Exton, PA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Exton, PA trip today.
Museum and library focused on the Brandywine Valley, with art, manuscripts, and exhibitions connected to local creative history.
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Major Chester County park with trails, boating, gardens, and broad lawns, ideal for walking and outdoor recreation near Exton.
Popular multi-use trail passing through Exton, suited to walking and cycling with wooded stretches and easy local access.
Scenic preserve with trails, boardwalks, and educational programs centered on local habitats and conservation.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Exton, PA 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 Exton, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newark, NJ to Exton, PA trains use the Newark Penn Station to Exton Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Newark, NJ and Exton, PA 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.
Exton Station is 1 km from Exton city centre. Public transport options include:
Exton Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Exton Station.
Ticket office support is available at Exton Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Exton Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Exton Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exton Station: Ramps.
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