New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ train with Amtrak

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The cheapest and fastest trains from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ

Showing times and prices for 28 Dec

Cheapest price

£97

Average price

£151

Fastest journey

2 h 3 m

Average duration

2 h 7 m

Trains per day

38

Distance

122 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ will cost around £151 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.

Fast trains

Of the 38 trains that leave New Haven, CT for Newark, NJ every day 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.

Amtrak143 Northeast Regional
07:352h28
Union Station, New Haven, CT
10:03Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
£971One-way
0 changes
Amtrak169 Northeast Regional
22:202h15
Union Station, New Haven, CT
00:35Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
£971One-way
0 changes
Amtrak67 Northeast Regional
21:102h30
Union Station, New Haven, CT
23:40Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
£971One-way
0 changes
Amtrak143 Northeast Regional
07:352h33
Union Station, New Haven, CT
10:08Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ
£1001One-way
0 changes
Amtrak143 Northeast Regional
07:053h03
New Haven, CT
10:08Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ
£1011One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 122 km

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£29

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£22

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2h 17m

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Average total duration

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Live departures

New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ train times

The table below shows live departures for New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ trains for today, Saturday 27 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 22:04
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
amtrak165 Northeast Regional22:35 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h42
01:17 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak165 Northeast Regional22:35 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h47
01:22 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
Sunday 28 December
amtrak167 Northeast Regional00:06 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h15
02:21 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak65 Northeast Regional02:10 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h30
04:40 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak169 Northeast Regional03:20 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h15
05:35 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak143 Northeast Regional12:05 New Haven, CT
3h03
15:08 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak143 Northeast Regional12:35 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h28
15:03 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak143 Northeast Regional12:35 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h33
15:08 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak157 Northeast Regional14:03 New Haven, CT
3h23
17:26 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak195 Northeast Regional14:06 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h15
16:21 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak195 Northeast Regional · 145 Northeast Regional14:06 Union Station, New Haven, CT
4h10
18:16 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ1 change
amtrak195 Northeast Regional · 145 Northeast Regional14:06 Union Station, New Haven, CT
4h05
18:11 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ1 change
amtrak157 Northeast Regional14:34 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h47
17:21 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak157 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent14:34 Union Station, New Haven, CT
4h41
19:15 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ1 change
amtrak157 Northeast Regional14:34 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h52
17:26 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2263 Acela15:27 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h07
17:34 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak99 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent16:05 Union Station, New Haven, CT
3h10
19:15 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ1 change
amtrak99 Northeast Regional16:05 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h28
18:33 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2265 Acela16:31 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h12
18:43 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak461 Valley Flyer · 161 Northeast Regional16:49 New Haven, CT
2h37
19:26 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ1 change
amtrak161 Northeast Regional17:06 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h20
19:26 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak161 Northeast Regional17:06 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h15
19:21 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak87 Northeast Regional17:36 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h44
20:20 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak87 Northeast Regional17:36 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h49
20:25 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2253 Acela18:10 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h04
20:14 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak409 Amtrak Hartford Line · 135 Northeast Regional19:15 New Haven, CT
4h11
23:26 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ1 change
amtrak409 Amtrak Hartford Line · 149 Northeast Regional19:15 New Haven, CT
3h11
22:26 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ1 change
amtrak149 Northeast Regional19:46 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h40
22:26 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak149 Northeast Regional19:46 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h34
22:20 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2255 Acela20:10 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h03
22:13 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak135 Northeast Regional21:04 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h17
23:21 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak135 Northeast Regional21:04 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h22
23:26 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2257 Acela21:14 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h09
23:23 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak57 Vermonter21:34 Union Station, New Haven, CT
2h43
00:17 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak57 Vermonter · 165 Northeast Regional21:34 Union Station, New Haven, CT
3h48
01:22 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ1 change
amtrak57 Vermonter · 165 Northeast Regional21:34 Union Station, New Haven, CT
3h43
01:17 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ1 change
amtrak57 Vermonter · 671 Keystone Service21:34 Union Station, New Haven, CT
3h34
01:08 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ?

The best time to book your train from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ.

Journey information

Overview: Train from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ

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Trains from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:49, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 2h 13m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance
122 km
Average train duration
2h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
29
Direct trains
24
Fastest train
2h 13m
First train
01:49
Last train
22:35
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15

Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between New Haven, CT and Newark, NJ from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak

About
Amtrak is the main passenger train operator in the United States, providing medium- and long-distance intercity services across 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Operating over 300 trains daily and serving more than 500 destinations, Amtrak connects cities and regions nationwide through routes such as the high-speed Acela in the Northeast Corridor, the scenic Coast Starlight along the West Coast, and the Empire Builder linking Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest. Other notable services include the Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the unique Auto Train, which allows passengers to bring their cars onboard. Amtrak offers a variety of classes to suit different budgets and travel needs, including Coach, Business, First Class, and Sleeper Class with options like Roomettes, Bedrooms, and Bedroom Suites for overnight journeys. Ticket types include Saver, Value, Flexible, Business, and Premium. Onboard amenities vary by service but may include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, dining options, and lounge access on select trains. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–Boston, San Diego–San Luis Obispo, San Jose–Sacramento, and Chicago–Seattle.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
£17
Amtrak frequency
23 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Amtrak
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for Business and First Class. Optional fee for Coach Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
Quiet zone

Amtrak Acela

About
Amtrak Acela is the flagship high-speed train service operated by Amtrak, the national rail operator of the United States. Running along the Northeast Corridor, Acela connects major cities such as Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City, Providence, and Boston. It is the fastest train service in the U.S., reaching speeds of up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose between Business Class and First Class. Both offer seat reservations, free Wi-Fi, power outlets, adjustable lighting, conference tables, and large tray tables, with spacious seating and extra legroom. Business Class includes complimentary snacks and beverages, while First Class offers larger seats, complimentary meals, and access to premium lounges. Food and drinks are also available for purchase at Café Acela. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–New York City, New York City–Boston, and Philadelphia–Washington, D.C.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
£308
Amtrak Acela frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Coach Class: Not included, can be purchased. Business/First Class: Included
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Haven, CT 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.

FAQs
Two to three days in Newark, NJ, would allow you to explore its main attractions, enjoy diverse dining options, and experience local culture.
In Newark, NJ, visitors can enjoy a variety of activities and sights. Catch a sports event or concert at the Prudential Center, or experience diverse performances at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center. Riverfront Park offers scenic views and recreation along the Passaic River, while the Newark Symphony Hall hosts music and cultural events. Delve into the Ironbound District for a food tour showcasing local cuisine. Art enthusiasts can explore the Newark Museum of Art, New Jersey's largest museum, or stroll through Branch Brook Park to admire cherry blossoms. The Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart impresses with its Gothic Revival architecture, and Military Park provides green space and public art installations.
The train distance from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ is 122 km.
The train journey from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ covers a distance of 122 km and takes approximately 2h 13m. Trains run 29 per day.
The first train from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ leaves at 1:49.
Yes, there is a direct train between New Haven, CT and Newark, NJ. The service operates 24 times per day, provided by Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
A day trip from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ may not be feasible as the journey takes 2h 13m. The distance is 122 km, and trains run 29 times per day.
The last train from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ departs at 22:35.
Trains from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ run approximately 29 times per day.
To get from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ offers a mix of urban and suburban views, but it is not typically considered scenic. Passengers will see cityscapes, industrial areas, and glimpses of the coastline along the way.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ.
Booking trains from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ.
The cost of a train ticket from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The cheapest way to get from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ is by coach, costing approximately £15.
The train station in New Haven, CT that goes to Newark, NJ is Union Station, New Haven, CT, and it arrives at Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ.
Yes, you can take the train from New Haven, CT to Newark, NJ.

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Important Stations and Airports in New Haven, CT and Newark, NJ

New Haven
Newark
The major train station for departures in New Haven is Union Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Union Station for your trip from New Haven to Newark.
Union StationWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
Dining
Dining
  • Union League Cafe
  • Zinc New Haven
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • $0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Study at Yale
  • Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
  • New Haven Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metro-North services
  • Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
  • Hall 3: access to parking and car rental services
Public transport options for Union Station
  • Bus: CTtransit New Haven routes
  • Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Acela Express
  • Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
New Haven, State St and RR StationAccessibility
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility

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