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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newton, MA to Newark, NJ
Cheapest price
$190
Average price
$285
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newton, MA 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 Newton, MA to Newark, NJ will cost around $285 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $190.
Of the 30 trains that leave Newton, MA for Newark, NJ on Sun, May 17, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 304 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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 Regional10:04 AM5h16Back Bay station, Boston, MA3:20 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1901One-way0 transfers- 161 Northeast Regional9:45 AM4h36Back Bay station, Boston, MA2:21 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1901One-way0 transfers
- 165 Northeast Regional3:16 PM5h01Back Bay station, Boston, MA8:17 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1901One-way0 transfers
- 161 Northeast Regional9:45 AM4h41Back Bay station, Boston, MA2:26 PMNewark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ$1951One-way0 transfers
- 161 Northeast Regional9:40 AM4h46South Station, Boston, MA2:26 PMNewark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ$1951One-way0 transfers
2255 Acela1:14 PM3h59Back Bay station, Boston, MA5:13 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$5191One-way0 transfers- 2275 NextGen Acela5:30 PM4h03Back Bay station, Boston, MA9:33 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$4131One-way0 transfers
- 2259 Acela4:30 PM4h07Back Bay station, Boston, MA8:37 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$3291One-way0 transfers
- 2257 Acela2:11 PM4h12Back Bay station, Boston, MA6:23 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$5191One-way0 transfers
- 2265 NextGen Acela9:30 AM4h13Back Bay station, Boston, MA1:43 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$4131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Newton, MA to Newark, NJ
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Newton, MA to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $147.
Distance: 188 miles (304 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$146 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $218 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 27m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newton, MA to Newark, NJ:
A bus is $101 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newton, MA to Newark, NJ costing on average $146 (€118).
A bus is $174 (€140) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newton, MA to Newark, NJ costing on average $218 (€176).
Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 27m.
Train takes on average 4h 42m.
Tickets start at around $146 (€118) compared to roughly $44 (€35) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-101.88 (€-82.25). The journey takes 4h 42m versus 4h 3m 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.
Live departures
Newton, MA to Newark, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Newton, MA to Newark, NJ trains for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:51 PM Newton, MA | 4h49 | 4:40 AM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newton, MA to Newark, NJ
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Trains from Newton, MA to Newark, NJ run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $38 (€30) by bus.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 8:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Newton, MA to Newark, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newton, MA 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newton, MA to Newark, NJ
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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