How much is the train ticket from Newark to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to New York City start from R 460. The average price for this train route is around R 1 086. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newark to New York City?

The average train journey time from Newark to New York City is 2h 6m, covering a distance of 192 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Newark to New York City 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 Newark to New York City?

The earliest train from Newark to New York City departs at 09:27. And the latest train departs at 16:52.

Train Newark to New York City from R 425 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Newark to New York City on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:47	Newark Station	2h 11m	18:58	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	10:13	Newark Station	2h 2m	12:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	10:13	Newark Station	2h 2m	12:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:44	Newark Station	2h 6m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:44	Newark Station	2h 6m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Newark to New York City on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:44	Newark Station	2h 6m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	10:13	Newark Station	2h 2m	12:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	10:13	Newark Station	2h 2m	12:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:44	Newark Station	2h 6m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	16:47	Newark Station	2h 11m	18:58	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Newark to New York City on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:13	Newark Station	2h 2m	12:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	10:13	Newark Station	2h 2m	12:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:44	Newark Station	2h 6m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:44	Newark Station	2h 6m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	16:47	Newark Station	2h 11m	18:58	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Newark to New York City on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:13	Newark Station	2h 2m	12:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	10:13	Newark Station	2h 2m	12:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:44	Newark Station	2h 6m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:44	Newark Station	2h 6m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	16:47	Newark Station	2h 11m	18:58	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Newark to New York City on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:17	Newark Station	2h 10m	17:27	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	15:56	Newark Station	2h 6m	18:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	09:44	Newark Station	2h 15m	11:59	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	09:44	Newark Station	2h 15m	11:59	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	15:17	Newark Station	2h 10m	17:27	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Newark to New York City on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:27	Newark Station	2h 10m	11:37	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	15:56	Newark Station	2h 6m	18:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	09:27	Newark Station	2h 10m	11:37	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	15:56	Newark Station	2h 6m	18:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Newark to New York City on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:47	Newark Station	2h 11m	18:58	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	10:13	Newark Station	2h 2m	12:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	10:13	Newark Station	2h 2m	12:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:44	Newark Station	2h 6m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:44	Newark Station	2h 6m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to New York City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 2 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just R 460, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 6mAverage duration

192 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 151 - R 1 151	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 460 - R 3 961	Average duration2h 6m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 460

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, DE to New York City by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Newark to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to New York City start from R 460. The average price for this train route is around R 1 086. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to New York City?
The average train journey time from Newark to New York City is 2h 6m, covering a distance of 192 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to New York City 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 Newark to New York City?
The earliest train from Newark to New York City departs at 09:27. And the latest train departs at 16:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/01

R 752

25/01

R 425

Today

R 523

27/01

R 523

28/01

R 1 030

29/01

R 1 438

30/01

R 2 419

31/01

R 1 030

The cheapest trip from Newark, DE to New York City was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 425

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, DE to New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 425 to R 3 285 for a train ticket from Newark, DE to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 523, which is on 2026-01-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, DE to New York City?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time3h	Avg priceR 1 151	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 6m	Avg priceR 1 086	Daily departures3

The best way to travel between Newark, DE and New York City is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 086 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 460. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to New York City, choose the train, as it will take you from Newark, DE to New York City in about 2h 6m – that's the fastest way to get there!