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Woodbridge - Newark Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Woodbridge and Newark. The average train journey from Woodbridge to Newark takes one hour and 28 minutes, but some Amtrak Northeast Regional train trips are as short as one hour and 24 minutes.

Distance98 mi (158 km)
Fastest train1h 24m
Lowest price$27.61
Trains per day2
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines1

What is the price of a train ticket from Woodbridge to Newark?

Over the past month, a train ticket between Woodbridge, NJ and Newark, DE cost $41.41, on average. This price makes taking the train a budget-friendly option to get to Newark. Booking your trip at least 22 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $125.18 more.

Monthly average prices

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Mark your calendar for January if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Woodbridge to Newark. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of $99. If you're planning a trip from Woodbridge to Newark during November, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about $146 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.

Which train should you take from Woodbridge to Newark?

Amtrak Northeast Regional is the one and only train line which connects Woodbridge to Newark. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Northeast Regional21h 29m$131.32
  • The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 2 daily train trips from Woodbridge to Newark, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Woodbridge and Newark is approximately 98 miles, or 158 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 28 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 24 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Woodbridge to Newark. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Woodbridge at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Trains leave the station in Woodbridge twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Newark with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Newark to Woodbridge.

City Information

Woodbridge

With a population of 100,088, Woodbridge Township is a suburb in New York City. Woodbridge Township is located in Middlesex County and is considered one of New Jersey's best places to live. Residents in Woodbridge Township enjoy a dense suburban feel, with the majority of residents owning their houses. The area has numerous taverns, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks that welcome travelers of all kinds.

Duke Farms, a leader in environmental care, is one of the most iconic locations in Woodbridge Township. It's a learning, recreation, and research center that improves the region's ecological health. At Duke Farms, they motivate people to change their minds about conservation and start building a more sustainable future through the beauty of its natural setting, the diversity of its species, and the extent and quality of its educational programs, demonstrations, and research.

Woodbridge has multiple options for transportation, ranging from taxis to limousines and trains to planes. Amtrak is a local favorite for train routes, especially the Northeast Regional, with routes from Woodbridge to Baltimore, Alexandria, and Washington. The nearest airport to Woodbridge is Newark (EWR) Airport, which is only 10.8 miles away.

Newark

Newark, Delaware, is a small city packed with history and culture. The picturesque Historic Courthouse, which dates to the 18th century, boasts an impressive stone exterior and a Tiffany glass skylight inside. The Iron Hill School Museum is exactly what it says on the tin: a museum in a historic schoolhouse on Iron Hill. The small building is filled to the brim with natural history exhibits and Native American artifacts. For those too cool for school, swing by the free Mineralogical Museum on the University of Delaware campus for one of the best mineral, crystal, and gem collections in the U.S.

Newark is also known for its excellent dining at places like Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, the Stone Balloon Ale House, or Home Grown Cafe. When you’re ready to work off those meals, visit Glasgow Park Trail, with a basketball court, tennis court, and a general exercise area. The Newark Shopping Center is the local go-to for eating and shopping, or take a drive out to Christiana Mall between Newark and Wilmington for more options.

Amtrak connects the city to Philadelphia, Newark (the other one), and Baltimore from the Newark Train Station, right next to the University of Delaware campus. Flixbus also has service across Delaware, with routes connecting Newark to Boston, Charlotte, and Greensboro.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Woodbridge?

Main departure station: 100 Middlesex Essex Tpke

There is one train station in Woodbridge.

All train stations in Woodbridge:

  • 100 Middlesex Essex Tpke

Where is the train station in Newark?

Main arrival station: 10 Mopar Dr

Newark has one train station.

Train stations in Newark:

  • 10 Mopar Dr

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