The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, NJ to Vienna, VA
Cheapest price
$183
Average price
$226
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ to Vienna, 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 Vienna, VA will cost around $226 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $183.
Of the 10 trains that leave Newark, NJ for Vienna, VA on Fri, May 08, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 334 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.
137 Northeast Regional6:47 PM3h11Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ9:58 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1831One-way0 transfers
85 Northeast Regional3:26 PM3h12Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ6:38 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2301One-way0 transfers
173 Northeast Regional4:28 PM3h04Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ7:32 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2301One-way0 transfers
171 Northeast Regional1:02 PM3h33Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ4:35 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2301One-way0 transfers
119 Northeast Regional11:23 AM3h09Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ2:32 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2301One-way0 transfers
141 Northeast Regional8:44 AM3h01Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ11:45 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2301One-way0 transfers
193 Northeast Regional5:49 PM3h03Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ8:52 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2301One-way0 transfers
173 Northeast Regional4:28 PM3h04Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ7:32 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2301One-way0 transfers
119 Northeast Regional11:23 AM3h09Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ2:32 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2301One-way0 transfers
137 Northeast Regional6:47 PM3h11Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ9:58 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1831One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Newark, NJ to Vienna, VA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Vienna, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 207 miles (334 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $156 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Vienna, VA:
A bus is $53 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Vienna, VA costing on average $98 (€78).
A bus is $112 (€89) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Vienna, VA costing on average $156 (€125).
Other travel options to Vienna, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 14m.
Bus takes on average 4h 35m.
You'll arrive about 43m sooner (3h 14m by train vs 3h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $98 (€78) compared to roughly $67 (€54) 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.
Live departures
Newark, NJ to Vienna, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Vienna, VA trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
141 Northeast Regional | 8:44 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h01 | 11:45 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
185 Northeast Regional | 9:46 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h11 | 12:57 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
119 Northeast Regional | 11:23 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h09 | 2:32 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 12:57 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h43 | 5:40 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 1:02 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h33 | 4:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 1:02 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 4h38 | 5:40 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 3:26 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h12 | 6:38 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 4:28 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h04 | 7:32 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
193 Northeast Regional | 5:49 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h03 | 8:52 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 6:47 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h11 | 9:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, NJ to Vienna, VA
Trains from Newark, NJ to Vienna, VA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $39 (€31) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 207 miles (334 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 207 miles (334 km) |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€39) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Newark, NJ to Vienna, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Newark, NJ and Vienna, VA from $39 (€31). 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 Vienna, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Vienna, 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 Vienna, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newark, NJ to Vienna, VA
- 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
- 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
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