- Must visit
Yale University Art Gallery
Yale’s major art museum with works from ancient to modern periods. Strong choice for a broad, free cultural visit downtown.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£16
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£26
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
2 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
2 h 26 m
Trains on 30 Aug
7
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ to New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 7 trains from Newark, NJ to New Haven, CT, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to New Haven, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, while a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 122 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to New Haven, CT trains for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
82 Northeast Regional | 13:22 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h31 | 15:53 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 13:28 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h25 | 15:53 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional · 488 Valley Flyer | 14:23 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h39 | 17:02 New Haven, CT | 1 change | |
88 Northeast Regional | 14:23 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h22 | 16:45 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 14:29 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h16 | 16:45 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
666 Keystone Service · 140 Northeast Regional | 14:43 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h28 | 18:11 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 change | |
140 Northeast Regional | 15:22 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h20 | 18:42 New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
140 Northeast Regional | 15:22 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h49 | 18:11 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
140 Northeast Regional | 15:28 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h43 | 18:11 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
2258 NextGen Acela | 15:36 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h01 | 17:37 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 16:08 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h34 | 18:42 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 16:15 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h27 | 18:42 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
670 Keystone Service · 146 Northeast Regional | 17:13 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h26 | 21:39 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 change | |
2260 NextGen Acela | 17:37 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h05 | 19:42 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 18:22 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h20 | 20:42 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 18:28 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h14 | 20:42 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
2262 NextGen Acela | 18:51 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h09 | 21:00 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
146 Northeast Regional | 19:26 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h13 | 21:39 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 30 August | |||||
![]() | 0:26 Newark, NJ | 2h13 | 2:39 New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:48 Newark, NJ | 2h36 | 11:24 New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:48 Newark, NJ | 2h36 | 12:24 New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:16 Newark, NJ | 2h26 | 12:42 New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:22 Newark, NJ | 2h20 | 12:42 New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:27 Newark, NJ | 2h48 | 17:15 New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Newark, NJ to New Haven, CT run on average 32 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 1:56 |
Last train 22:35 |
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Discover the best of New Haven, CT — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Haven, CT trip today.
Yale’s major art museum with works from ancient to modern periods. Strong choice for a broad, free cultural visit downtown.
Museum of British art opposite Yale Art Gallery, valued for painting, sculpture and a refined modernist building by Louis Kahn.
Natural history museum with fossils, minerals and changing science displays. Family-friendly and easy to pair with a Yale walk.
Central lawn framed by churches and civic buildings, ideal for orienting yourself and understanding the city’s early layout.
Large ridge-top park with woodland trails, the monument and one of the best panoramic viewpoints over New Haven and Long Island Sound.
Harbourfront park with restored shoreline, walking paths and skyline views; a relaxed local favourite away from the campus core.
New Haven-style apizza is a thin, coal-fired pizza with a charred crust. It is the city’s signature food, traditionally served plain or with simple toppings.
White clam pizza pairs fresh clams, garlic, olive oil, oregano and grated cheese on apizza. It is the city’s most famous speciality, linked to Wooster Street pizzerias.
Tomato pie is a bakery-style rectangular pizza topped with seasoned tomato sauce, often served at room temperature. It is a long-standing Italian-American local staple.
Elegant fine-dining restaurant focused on seasonal American cooking with an open kitchen. Refined but approachable atmosphere.
Classic dessert stop famed for Italian ice and frozen treats. A traditional warm-weather favourite in the Wooster Square area.
Beloved old-school apizza spot serving thin, charred pies with a cult following. Casual setting and strong local reputation.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and rail links help keep transport costs manageable.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, about 10-15% for taxis, and $1-2 for café drinks if there is table service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newark, NJ to New Haven, CT trains use the Newark Penn Station to Union Station station pair, with some services arriving at New Haven, State St and RR Station. Use this guide to compare Newark, NJ and New Haven, CT 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.
Union Station is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
Union 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: Union League Cafe, Zinc New Haven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Study at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, New Haven Hotel.
New Haven, State St and RR Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven, State St and RR Station.
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