How to travel from New York, NY to Newark, DE

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Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Newark, DE

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Newark, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, while a flight costs an average of $652.

Distance: 116 miles (187 km)

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Compare ways to travel from New York, NY to Newark, DE

Compare the available ways to get from New York, NY to Newark, DE, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to Newark, DE is a bus with an average price of $51.

This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Newark, DE:

A bus is $108 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Newark, DE costing on average $159.

A bus is $601 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Newark, DE costing on average $652.

The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to Newark, DE is by train with an average journey time of 2h 33m.

Other travel options to Newark, DE take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 4m.

Flight takes on average 5h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between New York, NY and Newark, DE including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from New York, NY to Newark, DE among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $51 compared to roughly $22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$29. The journey takes 2h 34m versus 2h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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How to get from New York, NY to Newark, DE by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from New York, NY to Newark, DE is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from New York, NY to Newark, DE

Travel to Newark, DE easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from New York, NY to Newark, DE.

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There are 3 options to travel between New York, NY and Newark, DE including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to Newark, DE is a bus with an average price of $51.

This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Newark, DE:

A bus is $108 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Newark, DE costing on average $159.

A bus is $601 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Newark, DE costing on average $652.

The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to Newark, DE is by train with an average journey time of 2h 33m.

Other travel options to Newark, DE take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 4m.

Flight takes on average 5h 6m.

The distance from New York, NY to Newark, DE is approximately 116 miles (187 km).
The average frequency per day from New York, NY to Newark, DE is:
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between New York, NY and Newark, DE as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from New York, NY to Newark, DE:
  • Flights mostly depart from LaGuardia Airport and arrive in Philadelphia International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Penn Station, New York, NY and arrive in Newark Station, Newark, DE.
  • Buses mostly depart from New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. and arrive in Newark, Train Station, DE.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from New York, NY to Newark, DE, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Republic Airlines, American Airlines, piedmont airlines, psa airlines, Spirit Airlines to go to Newark, DE by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Newark, DE by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak to go to Newark, DE by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from New York, NY to Newark, DE with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound.
  • 3 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from New York, NY to Newark, DE often also extend their vacation to go to Philadelphia, PA, Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD, Newark, NJ, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Newark, DE and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Newark, DE to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Newark, DE, is a small city, and one to two days is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the University of Delaware campus, local parks, and historic sites.
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