The cheapest and fastest trains from Richmond, VA to Newark, NJ
Cheapest price
£91
Average price
£147
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h 6 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
453 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA to Newark, NJ will cost around £147 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
Of the 12 trains that leave Richmond, VA for Newark, NJ every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 453 km distance in an average of 6 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 22 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.
4174 AMTRAK · 174 Northeast Regional7:006h52Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA13:52Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ£911One-way1 change
4174 AMTRAK · 174 Northeast Regional7:006h47Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA13:47Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ£911One-way1 change
4274 AMTRAK · 174 Northeast Regional7:306h22Main Street Station, Richmond, VA13:52Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ£921One-way1 change
40 Floridian · 196 Northeast Regional12:528h12Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA21:04Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ£1231One-way1 change
94 Northeast Regional11:016h02Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA17:03Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ£1251One-way0 changes
94 Northeast Regional11:015h56Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA16:57Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ£1251One-way0 changes
86 Northeast Regional5:546h00Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA11:54Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ£1471One-way0 changes
94 Northeast Regional11:016h02Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA17:03Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ£1251One-way0 changes
80 Carolinian14:046h08Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA20:12Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ£1761One-way0 changes
4274 AMTRAK · 174 Northeast Regional7:306h22Main Street Station, Richmond, VA13:52Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ£921One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Richmond, VA to Newark, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. 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 £35, and a flight costs an average of £93.
Distance: 453 km
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Richmond, VA to Newark, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Newark, NJ trains for today, Monday 8 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
86 Northeast Regional | 5:54 Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 6h00 | 11:54 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
4174 AMTRAK · 174 Northeast Regional | 7:00 Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 6h47 | 13:47 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1 change | |
4174 AMTRAK · 174 Northeast Regional | 7:00 Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 6h52 | 13:52 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 change | |
4274 AMTRAK · 174 Northeast Regional | 7:30 Main Street Station, Richmond, VA | 6h22 | 13:52 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 change | |
94 Northeast Regional | 11:01 Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 6h02 | 17:03 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 11:01 Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 5h56 | 16:57 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
40 Floridian · 196 Northeast Regional | 12:52 Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 8h12 | 21:04 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 change | |
80 Carolinian | 14:04 Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 6h08 | 20:12 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 15:06 Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 6h48 | 21:54 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 16:41 Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 6h22 | 23:03 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
98 Silver Meteor | 3:52 Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 6h33 | 10:25 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 5:19 Main Street Station, Richmond, VA | 6h35 | 11:54 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Richmond, VA to Newark, NJ
Trains from Richmond, VA to Newark, NJ run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 453 km distance in 5h 51m.
Distance 453 km |
Average train duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 5h 51m |
First train 3:52 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
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FAQs: Richmond, VA to Newark, NJ train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Richmond, VA and Newark, NJ
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single-level layout with an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: GRTC Route 19
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station with access from Main Street.
- The Roosevelt
- Lemaire Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- The Berkeley Hotel
- Omni Richmond Hotel
- The Commonwealth
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access, ticket office, and waiting area
- Bus: GRTC Pulse
- Several local bus lines available
- 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
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