How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Newark start from $73. The average price for this train route is around $142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Newark?

The average train ride duration from Pittsburgh to Newark is 12h 38m, covering a distance of 305 miles (492 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Pittsburgh to Newark route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Pittsburgh to Newark?

The earliest train departs from Pittsburgh to Newark at 5:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:30am.

Train Pittsburgh to Newark from $72 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Newark on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	9h	4:30pm	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	9h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 4m	5:29pm	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 4m	5:29pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 42m	6:07pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Newark on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 42m	6:07pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	9h	4:30pm	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	9h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 4m	5:29pm	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 4m	5:29pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Newark on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	9h	4:30pm	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	9h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 4m	5:29pm	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 4m	5:29pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 42m	6:07pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Newark on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	11h 27m	6:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	CheapestFastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 4m	5:29pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 42m	6:07pm	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 4m	5:29pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 42m	6:07pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Newark on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:30am	Union Station	9h	4:30pm	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:30am	Union Station	9h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 19m	5:44pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 19m	5:44pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 19m	5:44pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Newark on December 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	9h	4:30pm	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	9h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:25am	Union Station	13h 20m	6:45pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 19m	5:44pm	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:25am	Union Station	13h 20m	6:45pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Newark on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	9h	4:30pm	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	9h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 4m	5:29pm	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 4m	5:29pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	5:25am	Union Station	12h 42m	6:07pm	Penn Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

8h 20mAverage Duration

306 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $188	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$73 - $532	Average Duration12h 38m	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

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5648 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $73

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $73. The average price for this train route is around $142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Newark?
The average train ride duration from Pittsburgh to Newark is 12h 38m, covering a distance of 305 miles (492 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Pittsburgh to Newark route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Pittsburgh to Newark?
The earliest train departs from Pittsburgh to Newark at 5:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:30am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/13

$150

12/14

$228

Today

$194

12/16

$189

12/17

$159

12/18

$189

12/19

$288

12/20

$189

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $150

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 $150 to $692 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 $159 which is on 2025-12-17.