How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Newark start from R 1 260. The average price for this train route is around R 2 283. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Newark route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pittsburgh to Newark?

The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Newark departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Train Pittsburgh to Newark from R 1 197 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Newark on 26 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:30	Union Station	9h	16:30	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:30	Union Station	9h	16:30	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 15m	18:40	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	05:25	Union Station	12h 42m	18:07	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 15m	18:40	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Newark on 27 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:30	Union Station	9h	16:30	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:30	Union Station	9h	16:30	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 15m	18:40	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	05:25	Union Station	12h 42m	18:07	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 15m	18:40	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Newark on 28 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	9h	16:30	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	9h	16:30	Penn Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	12h 19m	17:44	Penn Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	12h 19m	17:44	Penn Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	12h 19m	17:44	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Newark on 29 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:30	Union Station	9h	16:30	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:30	Union Station	9h	16:30	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 20m	18:45	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	05:25	Union Station	12h 19m	17:44	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 20m	18:45	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Newark on 31 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:30	Union Station	9h	16:30	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:30	Union Station	9h	16:30	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 15m	18:40	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	05:25	Union Station	12h 42m	18:07	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 15m	18:40	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Newark on 1 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:30	Union Station	9h	16:30	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:30	Union Station	9h	16:30	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 15m	18:40	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	05:25	Union Station	12h 42m	18:07	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 15m	18:40	Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:28 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 853, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

8h 30mAverage duration

494 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 853 - R 3 922	Average duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 260 - R 11 130	Average duration12h 42m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Pittsburgh and Newark, NJ?

Pittsburgh

A
Intermodal Station
55 11th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
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Newark, NJ

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 776 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5776 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 260

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh to Newark, NJ by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Newark start from R 1 260. The average price for this train route is around R 2 283. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Newark route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pittsburgh to Newark?
The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Newark departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

22/03

R 6 000

23/03

R 2 237

Today

R 1 873

25/03

R 1 873

26/03

R 1 873

27/03

R 2 653

28/03

R 2 653

29/03

R 3 312

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 24 Mar 2026 with a price of R 1 873

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Pittsburgh to Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 873 to R 11 462 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 873, which is on 2026-03-25.