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Compare bus, train, and flight for Portsmouth, NH to Newark, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth, NH to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 237 miles (383 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$165 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $170 Average price | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth, NH to Newark, NJ:
A bus is $100 (€81) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth, NH to Newark, NJ costing on average $165 (€133).
A bus is $106 (€86) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portsmouth, NH to Newark, NJ costing on average $170 (€138).
Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 9m.
Train takes on average 9h 9m.
Tickets start at around $165 (€133) compared to roughly $55 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-109.96 (€-88.81). The journey takes 9h 9m versus 5h 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
Portsmouth, NH to Newark, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth, NH 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 |
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![]() | 12:17 PM Portsmouth, NH | 10h09 | 10:26 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth, NH to Newark, NJ
Trains from Portsmouth, NH to Newark, NJ run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€62) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 237 miles (383 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 237 miles (383 km) |
Average train duration 9h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€62) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 10m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 4:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Portsmouth, NH to Newark, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth, NH 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 Portsmouth, NH to Newark, NJ
- 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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