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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Penn Station | Birmingham Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Birmingham Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 23 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 371, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5618 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 3 561
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Birmingham, US 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 Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Birmingham start from R 3 561. The average price for this train route is around R 4 232. 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 Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Newark to Birmingham is 23h 25m, covering a distance of 1377 km. The quickest train can get you there in 23h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Newark to Birmingham departs at 14:20. And the latest train departs at 14:20.
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 Birmingham, US was searched and found on 05 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 068To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Birmingham, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 068 to R 13 940 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 068, which is on 2025-12-05.
