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The cheapest and fastest trains from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ

Showing times and prices for Dec 28

Cheapest price

€133

Average price

€242

Fastest journey

1 h 56 m

Average duration

1 h 59 m

Trains per day

40

Distance

263 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ will cost around €242 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €133.

Fast trains

Of the 40 trains that leave Baltimore, MD for Newark, NJ on Sun, Dec 28, 40 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 28 the direct trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .

On Sun, Dec 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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.

Amtrak160 Northeast Regional
06:08AM2h13
Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
08:21AMNewark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ
1331One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak66 Northeast Regional
10:51PM5h54
Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
04:45AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
1371One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak160 Northeast Regional
06:08AM2h18
Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
08:26AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
1371One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak128 Northeast Regional
09:57PM2h19
Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
12:16AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
1371One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak122 Northeast Regional
04:21PM2h21
Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
06:42PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
1711One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €181.

Distance: 263 km

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€75

Average price

€35

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Cheapest

€409

Average price

2h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 2m

Average total duration

3h 32m

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30m

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6h 42m

Average total duration

3h 42m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.6kg

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Live departures

Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ train times

The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ trains for today, Saturday, December 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 8:20 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
amtrak160 Northeast Regional11:08 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h13
1:21 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak160 Northeast Regional11:08 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h18
1:26 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak162 Northeast Regional12:03 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h22
2:25 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak54 Vermonter1:12 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h13
3:25 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak_acela2252 Acela4:34 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
1h59
6:33 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak140 Northeast Regional6:08 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h13
8:21 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak140 Northeast Regional6:08 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h18
8:26 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak_acela2254 Acela6:34 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h01
8:35 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak194 Northeast Regional6:51 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h16
9:07 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak194 Northeast Regional6:51 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h22
9:13 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak_acela2216 Acela7:34 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h01
9:35 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak106 Northeast Regional7:41 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h20
10:01 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak106 Northeast Regional7:41 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h26
10:07 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak20 Crescent7:56 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h27
10:23 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak156 Northeast Regional8:19 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h25
10:44 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak156 Northeast Regional8:19 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h19
10:38 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak_acela2218 Acela8:34 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h00
10:34 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak168 Northeast Regional9:08 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h18
11:26 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak168 Northeast Regional9:08 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h13
11:21 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak146 Northeast Regional10:08 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h16
12:24 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak80 Carolinian10:50 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h22
1:12 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak142 Northeast Regional11:09 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h24
1:33 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak158 Northeast Regional11:54 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h31
2:25 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
Sunday, December 28
amtrak90 Palmetto1:42 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h21
4:03 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak128 Northeast Regional2:57 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
2h19
5:16 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak66 Northeast Regional3:51 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
5h54
9:45 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ?

The best time to book your train from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ

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Trains from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ run on average 40 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.

There are 40 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 2h 11m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
263 km
Average train duration
2h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
€20
Trains per day
40
Direct trains
40
Fastest train
2h 11m
First train
04:09
Last train
23:49
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Baltimore, MD and Newark, NJ from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak

About
Amtrak is the main passenger train operator in the United States, providing medium- and long-distance intercity services across 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Operating over 300 trains daily and serving more than 500 destinations, Amtrak connects cities and regions nationwide through routes such as the high-speed Acela in the Northeast Corridor, the scenic Coast Starlight along the West Coast, and the Empire Builder linking Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest. Other notable services include the Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the unique Auto Train, which allows passengers to bring their cars onboard. Amtrak offers a variety of classes to suit different budgets and travel needs, including Coach, Business, First Class, and Sleeper Class with options like Roomettes, Bedrooms, and Bedroom Suites for overnight journeys. Ticket types include Saver, Value, Flexible, Business, and Premium. Onboard amenities vary by service but may include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, dining options, and lounge access on select trains. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–Boston, San Diego–San Luis Obispo, San Jose–Sacramento, and Chicago–Seattle.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Price
€20
Amtrak frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Amtrak
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for Business and First Class. Optional fee for Coach Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
Quiet zone

Amtrak Acela

About
Amtrak Acela is the flagship high-speed train service operated by Amtrak, the national rail operator of the United States. Running along the Northeast Corridor, Acela connects major cities such as Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City, Providence, and Boston. It is the fastest train service in the U.S., reaching speeds of up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose between Business Class and First Class. Both offer seat reservations, free Wi-Fi, power outlets, adjustable lighting, conference tables, and large tray tables, with spacious seating and extra legroom. Business Class includes complimentary snacks and beverages, while First Class offers larger seats, complimentary meals, and access to premium lounges. Food and drinks are also available for purchase at Café Acela. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–New York City, New York City–Boston, and Philadelphia–Washington, D.C.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
€82
Amtrak Acela frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Coach Class: Not included, can be purchased. Business/First Class: Included
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ can start from as little as €21 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ is €67; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ is on average 1 h 58 min   for the 262 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Baltimore, MD and Newark, NJ by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ leaves at 00: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ leaves at 23: 42.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ without having to change trains with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. There are 40 direct trains from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Newark, NJ. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ.
When taking a train from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ, you can count on Amtrak or Amtrak Acela for the best way to get you to Newark, NJ. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 42.
A day trip to Newark, NJ from Baltimore, MD is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 58 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ is March.
You have options as you can travel from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Baltimore, MD to Newark, NJ

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Newark
The major train station for departures in Baltimore is Pennsylvania Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pennsylvania Station for your trip from Baltimore to Newark.
Pennsylvania StationWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with access from Charles Street.
Dining
Dining
  • The Helmand
  • Tapas Teatro
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • $0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
  • The Ivy Hotel
  • Hotel Revival Baltimore
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
  • Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and MARC trains
  • Hall 3: access to Light RailLink
Public transit options for Pennsylvania Station
  • Light Rail: Baltimore Light RailLink
  • Bus: Several MTA bus lines available

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