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 $53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 58m. 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 $53, while a flight costs an average of $641.

Distance: 163 miles (263 km)

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$641

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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Compare ways to travel from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD

Compare the available ways to get from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD is a bus with an average price of $53 (€44).

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

A bus is $127 (€106) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $179 (€150).

A bus is $589 (€492) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $641 (€536).

The fastest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD is by train with an average journey time of 2h 58m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 14m.

Flight takes on average 6h 8m.

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. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 36m sooner (2h 28m by train vs 3h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $179 (€150) compared to roughly $58 (€48) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), 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.

  • OurBusGO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255
    2:00 AM3h15
    New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street
    5:15 AMBaltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St.
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • OurBusGO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255
    2:00 AM3h15
    New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street
    5:15 AMBaltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St.
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Amtrak2151 Acela [NextGen]
    11:20 AM2h08
    Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
    1:28 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $3881One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak1089 Palmetto
    6:19 AM2h21
    Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
    8:40 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $981One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak1109 Northeast Regional
    5:55 AM2h23
    Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
    8:18 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $1381One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak1103 Northeast Regional
    9:23 AM2h21
    Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ
    11:44 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $1791One-way
    0 transfers
  • OurBusJP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073
    11:00 AM3h30
    New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street
    2:30 PMBaltimore, Maryland Ave. / W Lanvale St.
    $301One-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.
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Peter Pan Bus LinesPPB 8607P
    7:15 AM5h15
    Newark Station (NJ 07102), NJ
    12:30 PMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA1575 · AA2994
    7:30 AM9h23
    Newark Liberty International Airport
    4:53 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $4831One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA3279 · AA2994
    7:29 AM9h24
    LaGuardia Airport
    4:53 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $4831One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA3185+envoy airAA3523
    5:31 AM5h30
    Newark Liberty International Airport
    11:01 AMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $6191One-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 $53 (€44).

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

A bus is $127 (€106) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $179 (€150).

A bus is $589 (€492) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $641 (€536).

The fastest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD is by train with an average journey time of 2h 58m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 14m.

Flight takes on average 6h 8m.

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 24 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 Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, Republic Airlines, psa airlines to go to Baltimore, MD by flight.
  • 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.
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.
  • 40 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, Orlando, FL, Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL. 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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