The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, NJ to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
17 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ to New York, NY 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 York, NY will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 38 trains that leave Newark, NJ for New York, NY every day 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 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.
674 Keystone Service
142 Northeast Regional
624 Keystone Service
146 Northeast Regional
672 Keystone Service
666 Keystone Service
2252 Acela
2254 Acela
624 Keystone Service
664 Keystone ServiceTravel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 14 km
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Newark, NJ to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to New York, NY trains for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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624 Keystone Service | 05:17 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h18 | 05:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 09:48 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h23 | 10:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 12:01 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0h25 | 12:26 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 12:07 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h19 | 12:26 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela | 12:31 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h17 | 12:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
110 Northeast Regional | 12:50 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h18 | 13:08 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 13:07 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h20 | 13:27 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
640 Keystone Service | 13:15 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h18 | 13:33 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
642 Keystone Service | 14:06 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h20 | 14:26 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
130 Northeast Regional | 14:42 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h20 | 15:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
600 Keystone Service | 14:47 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h24 | 15:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 15:18 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0h27 | 15:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 15:24 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h21 | 15:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
644 Keystone Service | 15:47 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h18 | 16:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
112 Northeast Regional | 15:55 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h19 | 16:14 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
56 Vermonter | 16:03 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h18 | 16:21 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 16:53 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h19 | 17:12 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
646 Keystone Service | 17:01 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h18 | 17:19 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 Acela | 17:06 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h18 | 17:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
182 Northeast Regional | 17:31 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0h25 | 17:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
182 Northeast Regional | 17:38 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h18 | 17:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
648 Keystone Service | 17:57 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h18 | 18:15 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2108 Acela | 18:02 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h18 | 18:20 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
114 Northeast Regional | 18:14 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h22 | 18:36 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 18:48 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0h26 | 19:14 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 18:54 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h20 | 19:14 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
84 Northeast Regional | 19:09 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0h25 | 19:34 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
650 Keystone Service | 20:21 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h19 | 20:40 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2166 Acela | 20:29 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h17 | 20:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2168 Acela | 21:28 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h20 | 21:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 21:30 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h20 | 21:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 21:59 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0h25 | 22:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 22:05 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h19 | 22:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 23:01 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0h26 | 23:27 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 23:09 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h18 | 23:27 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2172 Acela | 23:28 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h20 | 23:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
652 Keystone Service | 23:32 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h22 | 23:54 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 23:33 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0h25 | 23:58 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 23:58 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0h26 | 00:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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178 Northeast Regional | 00:04 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h20 | 00:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
654 Keystone Service | 00:54 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h18 | 01:12 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2122 Acela | 01:03 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h20 | 01:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 01:06 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0h25 | 01:31 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Newark, NJ to New York, NY
Trains from Newark, NJ to New York, NY run on average 45 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 45 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 18m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 45 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 00:11 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, PATH, NJ Transit from Newark, NJ to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela, PATH, NJ Transit trains will get you between Newark, NJ and New York, NY from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newark, NJ to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to New York, NY 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 York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newark, NJ and New York, NY
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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