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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Raleigh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Raleigh by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Newark to Raleigh?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Raleigh start from £63. The average price for this train route is around £135. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Raleigh?
The average train journey time from Newark to Raleigh is 10h 27m, covering a distance of 420 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Raleigh route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Raleigh?
The earliest train from Newark to Raleigh departs at 07:24. And the latest train departs at 23:42.
Which is the best train operator from Newark to Raleigh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Raleigh?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Newark to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Raleigh was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £118To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Raleigh as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £118 to £511 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £118, which is on 2025-12-16.
