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The Newark Museum of Art
Major art museum with American art, Tibetan galleries, decorative arts, and a planetarium; Newark’s leading cultural institution.
Cheapest price
€136
Average price
€136
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
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 €136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €136.
Of the 1 trains that leave Williamsburg, VA for Newark, NJ on Mon, Aug 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct trains cover the 443 km distance in an average of 8 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest trains will take 8 h 5 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.


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 bus with prices starting from €61. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €61, and a flight costs an average of €97.
Distance: 275 miles (443 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€175 Average price | €75 Average price Cheapest | €226 Average price | €78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 59m Average total duration Fastest 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 14m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ:
A bus is €101 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ costing on average €175.
A bus is €151 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ costing on average €226.
Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 24m.
Flight takes on average 10h 14m.
Tickets start at around €175 compared to roughly €78 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-97.01. The journey takes 7h 29m versus 6h 12m 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 Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ trains for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
164 Northeast Regional | 4:36 AM Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA | 7h46 | 12:22 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 4:36 AM Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA | 7h52 | 12:28 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
6130 AMTRAK · 88 Northeast Regional | 7:35 AM Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA | 6h52 | 2:27 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
6130 AMTRAK · 88 Northeast Regional | 7:35 AM Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA | 6h47 | 2:22 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
6134 AMTRAK · 66 Northeast Regional | 6:35 PM Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA | 10h10 | 4:45 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:24, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 275 miles (443 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 275 miles (443 km) |
Average train duration 7h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 30m |
First train 4:24 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Newark, NJ — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newark, NJ trip today.
Major art museum with American art, Tibetan galleries, decorative arts, and a planetarium; Newark’s leading cultural institution.
Gallery and archives exploring Jewish life in New Jersey through exhibitions, documents, and local community history.
University museum presenting science, archaeology, and cultural collections with changing exhibits in an academic setting.
Revitalized downtown park with monuments, events, and outdoor seating; a lively starting point for exploring central Newark.
Large historic park famed for cherry blossoms, lakes, and broad walking paths; a favorite for spring visits and quiet strolls.
Lively neighborhood known for Portuguese, Brazilian, and Spanish culture, colorful streets, markets, and strong local character.
Portuguese-style grilled sardines are a beloved Ironbound staple, especially in summer. Simple charcoal grilling highlights the neighborhood's strong Iberian heritage.
Rodizio is Brazilian all-you-can-eat grilled meat service, popular in Newark's Brazilian community. It showcases the Ironbound's major Lusophone food culture.
Seafood rice packed with shrimp, clams, mussels, and fish is a classic Portuguese dish widely served in Newark's Ironbound restaurants.
Classic Ironbound bakery and café known for Portuguese pastries, coffee, sandwiches, and everyday local energy.
Established Portuguese restaurant in the Ironbound known for seafood, grilled fish, and polished old-world dining.
Lively Spanish tavern and restaurant famed for tapas, paella, sangria, and a festive Ironbound atmosphere.
Moderate for the New York area: hotels can be high, but dining and transit are often cheaper than Manhattan. Budget eats are easy to find.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis, and $1-2 for coffee drinks or café service if there is table service.
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.

Most Williamsburg, VA to Newark, NJ trains use the Williamsburg Transportation Center to Newark Penn Station station pair, with some services arriving at Newark Airport Amtrak. Use this guide to compare Williamsburg, VA and Newark, NJ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Williamsburg Transportation Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Second Street Bistro, Blue Talon Bistro
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Williamsburg Transportation Center. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Williamsburg Transportation Center. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Williamsburg Transportation Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Williamsburg Transportation Center: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Williamsburg Transportation Center: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Williamsburg Lodge, Williamsburg Inn, Colonial Houses.
Newark Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Forno's of Spain, Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Penn Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Newark Penn Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Penn Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station, Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown.
Newark Airport Amtrak is 4 km from Newark city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Airport Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Airport Amtrak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, Hilton Newark Airport, Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel.
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