How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Newark start from $41. The average price for this train route is around $111. 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 Richmond to Newark?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to Newark is 6h 33m, covering a distance of 280 miles (451 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 28m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to Newark route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Richmond to Newark at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 6:21pm.

Train Richmond to Newark from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Newark on March 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:08pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 46m	9:54pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	5h 51m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
	Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	5h 51m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	8:03pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	5h 57m	5:03pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Newark on March 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	8h 12m	9:04pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	5h 51m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
	Train	5:19am	Main Street Station	6h 35m	11:54am	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	8:03pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	5:19am	Main Street Station	6h 35m	11:54am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Newark on March 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	5h 51m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	5h 51m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	8:03pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	5:19am	Main Street Station	6h 35m	11:54am	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	8:03pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Newark on March 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	6h 33m	10:25am	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	5h 51m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
	Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	5h 51m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	8:03pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	5:19am	Main Street Station	6h 35m	11:54am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Newark on March 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:41pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 22m	11:03pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	6:21pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 5m	12:26am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	5:26am	Main Street Station	6h 56m	12:22pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	5:58am	Staples Mill Road	6h 24m	12:22pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	5:26am	Main Street Station	7h 2m	12:28pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Newark on March 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:58am	Staples Mill Road	6h 24m	12:22pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Cheapest
Train	6:21pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 5m	12:26am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	5:26am	Main Street Station	6h 56m	12:22pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	5:26am	Main Street Station	6h 56m	12:22pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	5:58am	Staples Mill Road	6h 24m	12:22pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Newark on March 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:08pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 46m	9:54pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	5h 51m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
	Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	5h 51m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	8:03pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	5:19am	Main Street Station	6h 35m	11:54am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Newark on March 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:08pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 46m	9:54pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	5h 51m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
	Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	5h 51m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	8:03pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	5:19am	Main Street Station	6h 35m	11:54am	Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:31 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond 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 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

7h 10mAverage Duration

281 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $145	Average Duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$41 - $579	Average Duration6h 33m	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Newark, NJ?

Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Newark, NJ

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

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,775 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5775 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 $41

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Newark start from $41. The average price for this train route is around $111. 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 Richmond to Newark?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Newark is 6h 33m, covering a distance of 280 miles (451 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Newark route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Newark?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Newark at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 6:21pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/22

$254

03/23

$149

Today

$108

03/25

$136

03/26

$149

03/27

$149

03/28

$149

03/29

$254

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Mar 24, 2026 with a price of $108

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

You can expect to pay from $108 to $810 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $136 which is on 2026-03-25.