How to travel from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ

There are 3 options to travel between Washington, DC and Newark, NJ including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ is a bus with an average price of $37 (€30).

This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ:

A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ costing on average $72 (€58).

A bus is $192 (€154) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ costing on average $229 (€184).

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 17m.

Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 18m.

Bus takes on average 4h 33m.

The distance from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ is approximately 198 miles (319 km).

The average frequency per day from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ is:

• Around 39 trains per day.
• Around 35 flights per day.
• Around 17 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Washington, DC and Newark, NJ 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 Washington, DC to Newark, NJ:

• Flights mostly depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport and arrive in Newark Liberty International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and arrive in Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ.
• Buses mostly depart from Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and arrive in Newark, Penn Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Washington, DC 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 United, American Airlines to go to Newark, NJ by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus, Peter Pan Bus Lines to go to Newark, NJ by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ with the following travel companies:

• 38 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Amtrak.
• 19 direct flights per day with United, American Airlines.
• 14 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus, Peter Pan Bus Lines.

Omio customers who travel from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, 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.