- Must visit
The Baltimore Museum of Art
An expansive art museum with strong collections in modern, contemporary, and historic works, plus a notable sculpture garden and period rooms.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£69
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£164
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 4 m
Trains on 18 Sept
45
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD will cost around £164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 45 trains from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD, including 44 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 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 4 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.
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2115Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a flight costs an average of £358.
Distance: 263 km
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£35 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £358 Average Price | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average £35.
A coach is £337 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average £358.
Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 58m.
Coach takes on average 3h 45m.
The journey is about 27m faster (2h 37m by train vs 3h 4m by car) and roughly £8 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£35 vs £43). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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111 | 5:06 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h37 | 7:43 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
181 | 6:01 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h22 | 8:23 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
89 | 6:19 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h24 | 8:43 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
113 | 6:48 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h25 | 9:13 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
79 | 7:24 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h45 | 10:09 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
183 | 7:41 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h36 | 10:17 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
2107 | 7:50 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h08 | 9:58 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
141 | 8:39 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h25 | 11:04 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
141 | 8:44 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h20 | 11:04 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
2151 | 9:15 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h04 | 11:19 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
185 | 9:42 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h24 | 12:06 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
185 | 9:46 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h20 | 12:06 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
95 | 10:53 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h29 | 13:22 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
2155 | 11:21 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h03 | 13:24 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
119 | 11:32 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h36 | 14:08 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
119 | 11:37 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h31 | 14:08 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
125 | 11:52 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h39 | 14:31 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
2115 | 12:10 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h04 | 14:14 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
131 | 12:26 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h30 | 14:56 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
171 | 12:57 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h36 | 15:33 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
171 | 13:02 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h31 | 15:33 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 | 13:17 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h07 | 15:24 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
93 | 14:19 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h26 | 16:45 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
19 | 14:20 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h33 | 16:53 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
2163 | 14:52 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h05 | 16:57 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
97 | 14:53 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h45 | 17:38 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
85 | 15:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h31 | 17:53 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
85 | 15:26 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h27 | 17:53 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
2165 | 15:32 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h12 | 17:44 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
173 | 16:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h24 | 18:46 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
173 | 16:28 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h18 | 18:46 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
2123 | 16:29 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h04 | 18:33 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
129 | 16:41 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h31 | 19:12 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
193 | 18:03 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h36 | 20:39 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
193 | 18:10 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h29 | 20:39 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
2127 | 18:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h03 | 20:25 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
197 | 18:27 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h21 | 20:48 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
137 | 18:44 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h26 | 21:10 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
137 | 18:49 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h21 | 21:10 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
55 | 19:03 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h18 | 21:21 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 | 19:35 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h09 | 21:44 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
175 | 20:09 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h26 | 22:35 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD run on average 40 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 263 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 39 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 23:49 |
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Discover the best of Baltimore, MD — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Baltimore, MD trip today.
An expansive art museum with strong collections in modern, contemporary, and historic works, plus a notable sculpture garden and period rooms.
A major science and archaeology museum with fossils, gems, a planetarium, and family-friendly exhibitions in a handsome historic building.
An engaging museum dedicated to visionary artist and neighbourhood figure Mr Imagination, filled with colourful assemblages and local creative energy.
Baltimore’s busy waterfront district with promenades, museums, harbour views, and easy access to boats, public spaces, and family attractions.
A historic neighbourhood of cobbled streets, brick rowhouses, waterfront paths, and small squares, ideal for strolling and city views.
A grand cultural district centred on landscaped squares, historic architecture, museums, and monuments. It is one of the city’s best walking areas.
Steamed blue crab coated in spice blend, usually eaten by hand. It is Baltimore’s signature warm-weather feast tied to Chesapeake Bay crabbing.
Thick crab soup enriched with cream and sweet crab meat, often seasoned with Old Bay. A classic regional dish across Baltimore and Maryland.
Rich soup of crab meat, cream and crab roe, sherry and mild seasoning. It is a traditional Chesapeake speciality strongly associated with Maryland.
Long-running fine dining restaurant known for refined Mid-Atlantic cooking, polished service and an elegant Mount Vernon atmosphere.
Casual local institution specialising in pit beef, turkey and ham sandwiches, with a no-frills roadside feel.
Waterside seafood house serving steamed crabs, crab cakes and Chesapeake favourites with harbour views and a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for a US city. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is fairly affordable for visitors.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually get 10-15%. In cafés, small change or $1 per drink is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newark, NJ to Baltimore, MD trains use the Newark Penn Station to Pennsylvania Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Newark, NJ and Baltimore, MD train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newark Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Forno's of Spain, Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Penn Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Newark Penn Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Penn Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station, Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown.
Newark Airport Amtrak is 4 km from Newark city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Airport Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Airport Amtrak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, Hilton Newark Airport, Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel.
Pennsylvania Station is 1 km from Baltimore city centre. Public transport options include:
Pennsylvania Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Helmand, Tapas Teatro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pennsylvania Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pennsylvania Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pennsylvania Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown, The Ivy Hotel, Hotel Revival Baltimore.
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