How much is the train ticket from Newark to Springfield?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Springfield start from R 649. The average price for this train route is around R 1 348. 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 Springfield?

The average train journey time from Newark to Springfield is 4h 21m, covering a distance of 202 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 54m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Newark to Springfield route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 22 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Newark to Springfield departs at 04:48. And the latest train departs at 20:13.

Train Newark to Springfield from R 607 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Newark to Springfield on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:13	Penn Station	4h 28m	00:41	Springfield Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	20:06	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	4h 35m	00:41	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	20:06	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	4h 35m	00:41	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	20:13	Penn Station	4h 28m	00:41	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	19:54	Penn Station	4h 47m	00:41	Springfield Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Springfield on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:28	Penn Station	4h 40m	20:08	Springfield Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:30	Penn Station	3h 54m	16:24	Springfield Union Station	Fastest
Train	15:22	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	4h 46m	20:08	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	15:22	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	4h 46m	20:08	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	06:16	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	4h 2m	10:18	Springfield Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:09 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Springfield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 419, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

5h 20mAverage duration

202 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 419 - R 3 432	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 649 - R 6 134	Average duration4h 21m	CO₂ emissions 18kg 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 R 649

Amtrak Newark Springfield recent customer reviews

Rápido y económico

Luis Roberto V.

30 July 2023

I have a good experience.

Maria A.

1 May 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Springfield, MA 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 Springfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Springfield start from R 649. The average price for this train route is around R 1 348. 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 Springfield?
The average train journey time from Newark to Springfield is 4h 21m, covering a distance of 202 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Springfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 22 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Springfield?
The earliest train from Newark to Springfield departs at 04:48. And the latest train departs at 20:13.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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R 607

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R 607

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R 763

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R 1 022

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R 607

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R 607

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Springfield, MA was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 607

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

You can expect to pay from R 607 to R 10 756 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Springfield, MA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 607, which is on 2025-12-15.