The cheapest and fastest trains from Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ
Cheapest price
$249
Average price
$249
Fastest journey
7 h 23 m
Average duration
7 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Williamsburg, VA 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 Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ will cost around $249 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $249.
Of the 2 trains that leave Williamsburg, VA for Newark, NJ on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 443 km distance in an average of 7 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 23 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 7 h 51 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 train and flight for Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €71. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €71, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 275 miles (443 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€76 Average price Cheapest | €95 Average price |
7h 58m Average total duration Fastest 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 37m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:01 AM Williamsburg, VA | 7h51 | 1:52 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:07 PM Williamsburg, VA | 7h23 | 11:30 PM Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ
Trains from Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€71) but you can travel from only $62 (€50) by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 275 miles (443 km) distance in 7h 48m.
Distance 275 miles (443 km) |
Average train duration 7h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€71) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 48m |
First train 06:01 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Williamsburg, VA and Newark, NJ from $62 (€50). 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 Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Williamsburg, VA 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 Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with designated areas for short-term and long-term parking.
- Second Street Bistro
- Blue Talon Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Williamsburg Lodge
- Williamsburg Inn
- Colonial Houses
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms and bus connections
- Bus: Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional service
- 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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