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Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Newark and Pottstown. The average train journey from Newark to Pottstown takes 3 hours and 18 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 2 hours and 41 minutes.
Distance | 85 mi (136 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 41m |
Lowest price | $41.04 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Newark to Pottstown?
In the last month, $79.38 was the average price of a train ticket from Newark to Pottstown. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 25 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around $84.16 more than that for a same-day booking.
Average prices by travel date
The average cost of a one-way train trip from Newark to Pottstown is expected to fluctuate between $66 and $129 in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to Pottstown in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from Newark is $74.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 25 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Pottstown from Newark will be about C$84.16 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.
Which train should you take from Newark to Pottstown?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Newark to Pottstown. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 5 | 3h 18m | $105.20 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 5 Amtrak trains from Newark to Pottstown every day, as well as 7 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $41.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Newark to Pottstown tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Newark at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 5 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Pottstown to Newark.
City Information
Newark
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As the most populous city in New Jersey, Newark offers some excellent museums, parks and restaurants that you can enjoy year-round. Art lovers should stop by the famous Newark Museum to enjoy a rich collection of works by American artists and sculptors. History buffs should check out the New Jersey Historical Society for ongoing exhibitions documenting the state’s rich history.
Located by the Passaic River, Newark offers various places where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll by the water. For the best views, head over to the city’s Riverfront Park near the hip Ironbound neighborhood. If you’re seeking more outdoor enjoyment, check out Branch Brook Park where you will find various lakes and plenty of cherry blossoms.
Newark is one of the biggest travel hubs in the United States, which makes it very easily accessible via all types of transportation. The Newark Liberty International Airport is one of the three airports that serves the New York City metro area, and its close proximity to Newark’s Penn Station makes it easy to reach from anywhere via bus or train.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Newark?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Newark Penn Station
Not to be confused with the Penn Station in New York City just 10 miles away, Newark’s Penn Station is a vital regional transportation hub which serves the greater New York City and New Jersey area. Located a few blocks East of the central business district in Newark, Penn Station opened in 1935, when its Art Deco architecture was at the height of fashion - see if you can spot the Zodiac signs decorating the chandeliers! Travelers can access Amtrak intercity passenger trains running on the busy Northeast Corridor between Washington D.C. and Boston, as well as intercity buses like Greyhound and Fullington Trailways. Local transit available at Penn Station includes Newark Light Rail, Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) rapid transit linking Newark to Manhattan, and NJ Transit commuter trains serving coastal and central New Jersey.
All train stations in Newark:
Newark Penn Station
Newark Intl Airport
Where is the train station in Pottstown?
Main arrival station: Pottstown, Pennsylvania
Pottstown has one train station.
Train stations in Pottstown:
Pottstown, Pennsylvania
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