How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Newark start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £28. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Newark?

The average train journey time from Washington to Newark is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Newark route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Newark?

The earliest train from Washington to Newark departs at 08:05. And the latest train departs at 20:20.

Train Washington to Newark from £20 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Washington to Newark on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:20	Union Station	1h 25m	21:45	Newark Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	1h 22m	10:12	Newark Station	No tags
Train	13:25	Union Station	1h 18m	14:43	Newark Station	No tags
Train	15:05	Union Station	4h 16m	19:21	Newark Station	No tags
Train	15:35	Union Station	1h 16m	16:51	Newark Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2hAverage duration

86 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£19 - £23	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£15 - £132	Average duration1h 21m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £15

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Newark, DE 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 Washington to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Newark start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £28. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Newark?
The average train journey time from Washington to Newark is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Newark route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Newark?
The earliest train from Washington to Newark departs at 08:05. And the latest train departs at 20:20.