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Newark → Washington DC

Lowest Price
$22
Highest Price
$528
Daily Trains
60

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Schedule

2026-04-14
DepartsArrivesDurationServicePriceTransfers
12:09am
Newark Penn Station
3:23am
Union Station
3h 14m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#175
$161Direct
2:22am
Newark Penn Station
7:00am
Union Station
4h 38m
AMT
#177:6077
$341 stop
3:41am
Newark Penn Station
10:54am
Union Station
7h 13m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#67
$22Direct
3:41am
Newark Penn Station
11:35am
110 Callahan Dr
7h 54m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#67
$134Direct
9:06am
Newark Penn Station
12:26pm
Union Station
3h 20m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#111
$87Direct
10:01am
Newark Penn Station
1:06pm
Union Station
3h 5m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#181
$87Direct
10:19am
Newark Penn Station
1:44pm
Union Station
3h 25m
USPLM
#89
$122Direct
10:19am
Newark Penn Station
5:10pm
110 Callahan Dr
6h 51m
USPLM
#89
$134Direct
10:44am
Newark Penn Station
1:27pm
Union Station
2h 43m
Amtrak Acela
#2107
$187Direct
10:48am
Newark Penn Station
1:55pm
Union Station
3h 7m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#113
$87Direct
11:24am
Newark Penn Station
3:09pm
Union Station
3h 45m
USCLN
#79
$122Direct
11:24am
Newark Penn Station
5:20pm
110 Callahan Dr
5h 56m
USCLN
#79
$97Direct
11:41am
Newark Penn Station
3:16pm
Union Station
3h 35m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#183
$87Direct
12:17pm
Newark Penn Station
2:58pm
Union Station
2h 41m
Amtrak Acela
#2109
$528Direct
12:39pm
Newark Penn Station
3:45pm
Union Station
3h 6m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#141
$161Direct
12:39pm
Newark Penn Station
5:10pm
110 Callahan Dr
4h 31m
AMT
#141:89
$1851 stop
12:39pm
Newark Penn Station
5:20pm
110 Callahan Dr
4h 41m
AMT
#141:79
$1851 stop
12:39pm
Newark Penn Station
6:05pm
110 Callahan Dr
5h 26m
AMT
#141:41
$2011 stop
12:44pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
3:45pm
Union Station
3h 1m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#141
$247Direct
12:44pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
5:10pm
110 Callahan Dr
4h 26m
AMT
#141:89
$1851 stop
12:44pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
5:20pm
110 Callahan Dr
4h 36m
AMT
#141:79
$1851 stop
12:44pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
6:05pm
110 Callahan Dr
5h 21m
AMT
#141:41
$2011 stop
1:42pm
Newark Penn Station
4:57pm
Union Station
3h 15m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#185
$87Direct
1:46pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
4:57pm
Union Station
3h 11m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#185
$87Direct
2:53pm
Newark Penn Station
6:05pm
Union Station
3h 12m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#95
$87Direct
2:53pm
Newark Penn Station
6:53pm
110 Callahan Dr
4h 0m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#95
$97Direct
3:18pm
Newark Penn Station
6:32pm
Union Station
3h 14m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#119
$63Direct
3:22pm
Newark Penn Station
6:06pm
Union Station
2h 44m
Amtrak Acela
#2155
$229Direct
3:23pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
6:32pm
Union Station
3h 9m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#119
$87Direct
3:52pm
Newark Penn Station
7:11pm
Union Station
3h 19m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#125
$87Direct
3:52pm
Newark Penn Station
8:07pm
110 Callahan Dr
4h 15m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#125
$134Direct
4:14pm
Newark Penn Station
6:57pm
Union Station
2h 43m
Amtrak Acela
#2117
$284Direct
4:26pm
Newark Penn Station
7:45pm
Union Station
3h 19m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#131
$87Direct
4:57pm
Newark Penn Station
8:25pm
Union Station
3h 28m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#171
$63Direct
4:57pm
Newark Penn Station
9:20pm
110 Callahan Dr
4h 23m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#171
$134Direct
5:02pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
9:20pm
110 Callahan Dr
4h 18m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#171
$46Direct
5:02pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
8:25pm
Union Station
3h 23m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#171
$122Direct
5:02pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
10:46pm
110 Callahan Dr
5h 44m
AMT
#171:19
$691 stop
5:17pm
Newark Penn Station
8:03pm
Union Station
2h 46m
Amtrak Acela
#2159
$187Direct
6:19pm
Newark Penn Station
9:25pm
Union Station
3h 6m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#93
$122Direct
6:19pm
Newark Penn Station
10:14pm
110 Callahan Dr
3h 55m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#93
$134Direct
6:20pm
Newark Penn Station
9:47pm
Union Station
3h 27m
USCRS
#19
$122Direct
6:20pm
Newark Penn Station
10:46pm
110 Callahan Dr
4h 26m
USCRS
#19
$134Direct
6:30pm
Newark Penn Station
9:12pm
Union Station
2h 42m
Amtrak Acela
#2121
$187Direct
6:34pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
11:41pm
110 Callahan Dr
5h 7m
AMT
#647:97
$1191 stop
6:53pm
Newark Penn Station
10:24pm
Union Station
3h 31m
USSVS
#97
$161Direct
6:53pm
Newark Penn Station
11:41pm
110 Callahan Dr
4h 48m
USSVS
#97
$134Direct
7:15pm
Newark Penn Station
9:58pm
Union Station
2h 43m
Amtrak Acela
#2163
$187Direct
7:22pm
Newark Penn Station
10:38pm
Union Station
3h 16m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#85
$161Direct
7:26pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
10:38pm
Union Station
3h 12m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#85
$87Direct
8:22pm
Newark Penn Station
11:32pm
Union Station
3h 10m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#173
$122Direct
8:28pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
11:32pm
Union Station
3h 4m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#173
$87Direct
8:41pm
Newark Penn Station
12:02am
Union Station
3h 21m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#129
$122Direct
9:44pm
Newark Penn Station
12:52am
Union Station
3h 8m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#193
$87Direct
9:49pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
12:52am
Union Station
3h 3m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#193
$161Direct
10:25pm
Newark Penn Station
1:30am
Union Station
3h 5m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#197
$87Direct
10:42pm
Newark Penn Station
1:58am
Union Station
3h 16m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#137
$122Direct
10:47pm
Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
1:58am
Union Station
3h 11m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#137
$63Direct
11:03pm
Newark Penn Station
2:06am
Union Station
3h 3m
USVTR
#55
$122Direct
11:35pm
Newark Penn Station
2:20am
Union Station
2h 45m
Amtrak Acela
#2171
$340Direct

Price History

Travel DateLowest PriceChecked
2026-04-14$222026-04-13
2026-04-13$442026-04-12
2026-04-12$872026-04-11
2026-04-11$632026-04-10

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About the Newark to Washington DC Train Route

Amtrak train tickets from Newark to Washington DC currently range from $22 to $528, with 60 trains running daily. Prices vary based on travel date, time of day, and how far in advance you book.

Services on this route include Amtrak Northeast Regional, AMT, USPLM, Amtrak Acela, USCLN, USCRS, USSVS, USVTR. The fastest trip takes 2h 41m, while the longest is 7h 54m.

Trains depart from Newark Penn Station, Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station and arrive at Union Station, 110 Callahan Dr.

Tips for Finding Cheap Newark to Washington DC Train Tickets

  • Book early — Amtrak fares generally increase as the travel date approaches. Booking 2-4 weeks ahead often yields the best prices.
  • Be flexible with dates — Midweek travel (Tuesday-Thursday) is typically cheaper than weekends and holidays.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the train from Newark to Washington DC cost?

Fares currently range from $22 to $528. Prices depend on service class, travel date, and how far in advance you book.

How long is the train ride from Newark to Washington DC?

The fastest train takes about 2 hours and 41 minutes. Travel time varies by service type and number of stops.

How many trains run daily from Newark to Washington DC?

There are typically 60 trains per day on this route. Frequency may vary on weekends and holidays.

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