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Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center
Interactive museum on Niagara’s geology, daredevils, tourism, and park history, with compact exhibits ideal before seeing the falls.






Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Niagara Falls, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 8h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 482 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£93 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 12m Average total duration 9h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration Fastest 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Niagara Falls, NY trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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86 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service | 11:56 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 10h42 | 22:38 Niagara Falls Station, Niagara Falls, NY | 1 change | |
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Trains from Newark, NJ to Niagara Falls, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 12:30. The fastest train covers the 482 km distance in 10h 9m.
Distance 482 km |
Average train duration 9h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 9m |
First train 1:56 |
Last train 12:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Niagara Falls, NY — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Niagara Falls, NY trip today.
Interactive museum on Niagara’s geology, daredevils, tourism, and park history, with compact exhibits ideal before seeing the falls.
Contemporary art venue presenting rotating exhibitions by regional and international artists in a converted industrial-style space.
Hands-on aquarium featuring rescued seals, sea lions, penguins, and river species, with conservation-focused talks and family-friendly exhibits.
The oldest state park in the United States, centred on dramatic falls, walking paths, islands, rapids, and major viewpoints.
Scenic island area in the park with footpaths, rapids, and close-up lookouts over the brink of the American and Horseshoe Falls.
Clifftop walkway with classic views of the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls, especially appealing at sunrise and after dark illuminations.
Buffalo wings are deep-fried chicken wings tossed in hot sauce and butter. Born nearby in Buffalo, they are the region’s signature bar snack.
Beef on weck is thin-sliced roast beef on a kummelweck roll topped with caraway and coarse salt. It is a classic Western New York sandwich.
Buffalo-style fish fry usually features battered fried haddock or cod with chips and slaw. It is a Friday staple across Western New York.
Classic casual spot known for hearty breakfasts, burgers and comfort food in a friendly diner-style setting near the falls.
Long-running local favourite for Italian-American comfort food, especially pizza and red-sauce classics, in a relaxed setting.
Popular brewery and restaurant serving house beers, pub fare and local favourites in a lively industrial-chic space downtown.
Moderate for a major US tourist area: hotels and attractions lift costs, but casual dining and local transport stay manageable versus larger gateway cities.
Tip 15-20% in restaurants, about 10-15% for taxis, and round up or leave $1 at cafés for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Niagara Falls, 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 Niagara Falls, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newark, NJ to Niagara Falls, NY trains use the Newark Penn Station to Niagara Falls Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Newark, NJ and Niagara Falls, NY 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.
Niagara Falls Station is 1 km from Niagara Falls city centre. Public transport options include:
Niagara Falls 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rainforest Cafe, Hard Rock Cafe Niagara Falls USA
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Niagara Falls Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Niagara Falls Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Niagara Falls Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Niagara Falls Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Niagara Falls Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Niagara Falls, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls New York, Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino.
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