The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, NJ to Fredericksburg, VA
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
4 h 49 m
Average duration
6 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
391 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ to Fredericksburg, VA 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 Fredericksburg, VA will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
Of the 2 trains that leave Newark, NJ for Fredericksburg, VA on Thu, Feb 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct trains cover the 391 km distance in an average of 6 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 49 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest trains will take 8 h 42 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Newark, NJ to Fredericksburg, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Fredericksburg, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $143.
Distance: 242 miles (391 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$110 Average price | $197 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newark, NJ to Fredericksburg, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Fredericksburg, VA trains for today, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
161 Northeast Regional · 87 Northeast Regional | 7:11 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 6h10 | 1:21 AM Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA | 1 transfer | |
97 Silver Meteor | 7:50 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 5h42 | 1:32 AM Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 8:21 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 5h00 | 1:21 AM Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 8:26 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 4h55 | 1:21 AM Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, February 26 | |||||
67 Northeast Regional | 4:41 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 8h42 | 1:23 PM Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:41 AM Newark, NJ | 8h42 | 1:23 PM Fredericksburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:53 PM Newark, NJ | 4h49 | 8:42 PM Fredericksburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, NJ to Fredericksburg, VA
Trains from Newark, NJ to Fredericksburg, VA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€52) but you can travel from only $56 (€45) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:53, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 242 miles (391 km) distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 242 miles (391 km) |
Average train duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€52) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 06:53 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Newark, NJ to Fredericksburg, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Newark, NJ and Fredericksburg, VA from $56 (€45). 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 Fredericksburg, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Fredericksburg, VA 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 Fredericksburg, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newark, NJ to Fredericksburg, VA
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main street.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- The station consists of a main hall with adjacent platforms for Amtrak and VRE services.
- Bus: Several local lines available
- VRE: Fredericksburg Line
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