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Newark Museum of Art
New Jersey’s largest museum, known for American art, Tibetan galleries, decorative arts, and the planetarium. A core cultural stop in Newark.
Cheapest price
$331
Average price
$397
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 42 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1650 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West Palm Beach, FL 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 West Palm Beach, FL to Newark, NJ will cost around $397 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $331.
Of the 4 trains that leave West Palm Beach, FL for Newark, NJ on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 1650 km distance in an average of 1 d 5 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 43 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 d 8 h 29 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.
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40 Floridian · 196 Northeast Regional
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98 Silver Meteor · 174 Northeast Regional
98 Silver Meteor
98 Silver Meteor · 174 Northeast Regional
40 Floridian · 136 Northeast Regional
40 Floridian · 196 Northeast RegionalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from West Palm Beach, FL to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $146. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $146, and a train costs an average of $148.
Distance: 1025 miles (1650 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$409 Average price | $261 Average price Cheapest | $320 Average price | $266 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
26h 39m Average total duration 26h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 49m Average total duration 28h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from West Palm Beach, FL to Newark, NJ:
A bus is $59 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from West Palm Beach, FL to Newark, NJ costing on average $320 (€262).
A bus is $148 (€121) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from West Palm Beach, FL to Newark, NJ costing on average $409 (€335).
Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 26h 9m.
Bus takes on average 28h 19m.
Tickets start at around $409 (€335) compared to roughly $266 (€218) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-142.99 (€-116.98). The journey takes 26h 9m versus 17h 31m 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.
The table below shows live departures for West Palm Beach, FL to Newark, NJ trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:42 PM West Palm Beach, FL | 25h43 | 2:25 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:35 PM West Palm Beach, FL | 31h46 | 12:21 AM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from West Palm Beach, FL to Newark, NJ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 26h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $148 (€121) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:26, the last at 15:01. The fastest train covers the 1025 miles (1650 km) distance in 25h 36m.
Distance 1025 miles (1650 km) |
Average train duration 26h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $148 (€121) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 25h 36m |
First train 8:26 AM |
Last train 3:01 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 15-20% for taxis and rideshares. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, USD 1-2 per bag for porters, and a few dollars daily for hotel housekeeping.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Palm Beach, FL 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.

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