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

There are 2 options to travel between New York, NY and Newark, NJ including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to Newark, NJ is a train with an average price of $7.

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

A train is $4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New York, NY to Newark, NJ costing on average $11.

The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to Newark, NJ is by train with an average journey time of 45m.

Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 2m.

The distance from New York, NY to Newark, NJ is approximately 8 miles (14 km).

The average frequency per day from New York, NY to Newark, NJ is:

• Around 50 trains per day.
• Around 34 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from New York, NY to Newark, NJ:

• Trains mostly depart from Penn Station, New York, NY and arrive in Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ.
• Buses mostly depart from New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY and arrive in Newark, Penn Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from New York, NY to Newark, NJ, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak to go to Newark, NJ by train.
• Travel with Fullington Trailways, Infobus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, Peter Pan Bus Lines to go to Newark, NJ by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from New York, NY to Newark, NJ with the following travel companies:

• 50 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Amtrak.
• 34 direct buses per day with Fullington Trailways, Infobus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, Peter Pan Bus Lines.

Omio customers who travel from New York, NY to Newark, NJ often also extend their vacation to go to Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD, New Carrollton, MD. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Newark, NJ and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Newark, NJ to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Newark, NJ, you can enjoy a sports event or concert at Prudential Center, catch a performance at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center or Newark Symphony Hall, and explore Riverfront Park for scenic views along the Passaic River. The Ironbound District offers a vibrant culinary scene with Portuguese and Spanish flavors. For sightseeing, visit the Newark Museum of Art, admire the cherry blossoms in Branch Brook Park, explore the stunning architecture of the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, and enjoy the public art in Military Park.

For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Newark, NJ is ideal to explore its cultural attractions, such as the Newark Museum of Art, Branch Brook Park, and the Prudential Center, along with enjoying its diverse dining scene.