How to travel from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. 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 $28, while a flight costs an average of $492.

Distance: 163 miles (263 km)

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$48

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$492

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$59

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3h 7m

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2h 37m

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4h 15m

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3h 45m

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2h 58m

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3h 4m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.8 - 1.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD is a bus with an average price of $28 (€23).

This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD:

A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $48 (€39).

A bus is $464 (€375) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $492 (€398).

The fastest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD is by train with an average journey time of 3h 7m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 15m.

Flight takes on average 4h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Newark, NJ and Baltimore, MD including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 27m faster (2h 37m by train vs 3h 4m by car) and roughly $11 (€9) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($48 (€39) vs $59 (€48)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD

How to get from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • OurBusGunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577
    7:30 PM4h00
    New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street
    11:30 PMBaltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St.
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • OurBusGunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577
    7:30 PM4h00
    New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street
    11:30 PMBaltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St.
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Amtrak2203 NextGen Acela
    6:26 AM2h04
    Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
    8:30 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $3161One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak67 Northeast Regional
    11:41 PM6h21
    Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
    6:02 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $961One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak139 Northeast Regional
    9:37 PM2h27
    Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
    12:04 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $2261One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak19 Crescent
    2:20 PM2h38
    Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
    4:58 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $2261One-way
    0 transfers
  • OurBusBethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100
    11:00 AM4h00
    New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street
    3:00 PMBaltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St.
    $381One-way
    0 transfers
  • OurBusBethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100
    10:30 PM4h10
    New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street
    2:40 AMBaltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St.
    $381One-way
    0 transfers
  • OurBusBethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100
    9:30 AM4h40
    New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street
    2:10 PMBaltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St.
    $381One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA788+envoy airAA4253
    2:59 PM8h38
    John F. Kennedy International Airport
    11:37 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $7301One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA2917+envoy airAA3762
    5:29 AM5h53
    Newark Liberty International Airport
    11:22 AMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $7571One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA3163+envoy airAA4253
    5:25 PM6h12
    LaGuardia Airport
    11:37 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $7621One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD

Travel to Baltimore, MD 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 Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD.

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There are 3 options to travel between Newark, NJ and Baltimore, MD including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD is a bus with an average price of $28 (€23).

This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD:

A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $48 (€39).

A bus is $464 (€375) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $492 (€398).

The fastest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD is by train with an average journey time of 3h 7m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 15m.

Flight takes on average 4h 58m.

The distance from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD is approximately 163 miles (263 km).
The average frequency per day from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD is:
  • Around 40 trains per day.
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newark, NJ and Baltimore, MD 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 Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD:
  • Flights mostly depart from LaGuardia Airport and arrive in Baltimore/Washington International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ and arrive in Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD.
  • Buses mostly depart from Newark, Penn Station and arrive in Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Infobus to go to Baltimore, MD by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak to go to Baltimore, MD by train.
  • Travel with Spirit Airlines to go to Baltimore, MD by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Infobus.
  • 39 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Boston, MA, New Carrollton, MD. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Baltimore, MD and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Baltimore, MD to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Baltimore, MD, you can explore Fell's Point, a charming historic district with cobblestone streets, pubs, and boutiques. Enjoy a scenic stroll through Patterson Park, which offers beautiful views, walking trails, and a historic pagoda. Attend a Broadway show or concert at the beautifully restored Hippodrome Theatre. Visit the Maryland Zoo to see a wide variety of animals, or explore the Walters Art Museum's diverse collection of art. Discover the city's best sights, including the historic Fort McHenry National Monument, the renowned National Aquarium, the Baltimore Museum of Art, and the vibrant Inner Harbor with its shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Maryland Science Center and American Visionary Art Museum.
To fully explore Baltimore, MD, and its key attractions like the Inner Harbor, National Aquarium, Fort McHenry, and various museums, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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