The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$180
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
319 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ will cost around $180 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $44.
Of the 45 trains that leave Washington, DC for Newark, NJ every day 45 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 319 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
198 Northeast Regional9:15 PM3h11Washington Union Station, Washington, DC12:26 AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$441One-way0 changes
66 Northeast Regional10:00 PM6h45Washington Union Station, Washington, DC4:45 AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$441One-way0 changes
196 Northeast Regional6:08 PM2h56Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:04 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$991One-way0 changes
174 Northeast Regional10:35 AM3h12Washington Union Station, Washington, DC1:47 PMNewark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ$991One-way0 changes
134 Northeast Regional12:01 PM3h00Washington Union Station, Washington, DC3:01 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$991One-way0 changes
2150 Acela5:00 AM2h30Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:30 AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1991One-way0 changes
2126 NextGen Acela6:13 PM2h36Washington Union Station, Washington, DC8:49 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1611One-way0 changes
2124 NextGen Acela5:25 PM2h38Washington Union Station, Washington, DC8:03 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1611One-way0 changes
2162 Acela9:26 AM2h39Washington Union Station, Washington, DC12:05 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$4241One-way0 changes
2166 NextGen Acela12:51 PM2h40Washington Union Station, Washington, DC3:31 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$4241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Washington, DC to Newark, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $76.
Distance: 319 km
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Newark, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Newark, NJ trains for today, Monday, 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
20 Crescent | 2:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h42 | 6:17 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2170 NextGen Acela | 2:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h41 | 5:31 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 2:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h05 | 6:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 2:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h12 | 6:07 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 3:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 6:31 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 3:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h07 | 6:37 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 3:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h45 | 6:40 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 4:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h55 | 6:57 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 4:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 7:03 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 5:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 8:05 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 5:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h06 | 8:11 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
80 Carolinian | 5:15 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h57 | 8:12 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2124 NextGen Acela | 5:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h38 | 8:03 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
196 Northeast Regional | 6:08 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h56 | 9:04 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2126 NextGen Acela | 6:13 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h36 | 8:49 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 6:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h19 | 9:54 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
192 Northeast Regional | 7:12 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h06 | 10:18 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 7:57 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h06 | 11:03 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
198 Northeast Regional | 9:15 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h11 | 12:26 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h45 | 4:45 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela | 5:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h30 | 7:30 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 5:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 8:06 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2102 NextGen Acela | 5:48 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h47 | 8:35 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
130 Northeast Regional | 6:30 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h12 | 9:42 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 7:06 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h11 | 10:17 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 7:06 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h17 | 10:23 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
98 Silver Meteor | 7:10 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h15 | 10:25 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2104 Acela | 7:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h44 | 10:09 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
112 Northeast Regional | 7:45 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h10 | 10:55 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
56 Vermonter | 8:08 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h53 | 11:01 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 8:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h04 | 11:54 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 Acela | 9:26 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h39 | 12:05 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
182 Northeast Regional | 9:31 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h59 | 12:30 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
182 Northeast Regional | 9:31 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h07 | 12:38 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2108 NextGen Acela | 10:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h50 | 12:55 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 10:35 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h12 | 1:47 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 10:35 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h17 | 1:52 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
84 Northeast Regional | 11:06 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h03 | 2:09 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
84 Northeast Regional | 11:06 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h10 | 2:16 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
134 Northeast Regional | 12:01 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 3:01 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2166 NextGen Acela | 12:51 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h40 | 3:31 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 1:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h04 | 4:29 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2110 NextGen Acela | 1:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h41 | 4:36 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 2:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h03 | 5:03 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 2:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h57 | 4:57 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ
Trains from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ run on average 39 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 if you book in advance.
There are 38 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 319 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 319 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Trains per day 39 |
Direct trains 38 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 3:00 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Newark, NJ from $19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Washington, DC to Newark, NJ train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newark, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Washington, DC and Newark, NJ
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
- 24/7 Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the airport with various options for short-term and long-term stays.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
- Hilton Newark Airport
- Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is part of the Newark Liberty International Airport complex, connected by AirTrain to terminals and parking.
- AirTrain: Connects to airport terminals
- NJ Transit: Services to New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional services
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