Deutschland
España
France
Italia
México
Nederland
United States
Cheap train tickets from New Carrollton to Newark
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Trip Summary
There are usually 13 daily train trips available from New Carrollton to Newark. Travelling by train from New Carrollton to Newark usually takes 2 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in 2 hours and 35 minutes.
- Distance
- 189 mi (304 km)
- Fastest train
- 2h 35m
- Lowest price
- £12.63
- Trains per day
- 13
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Northeast Regional
- Train lines
- 4
Millions of travellers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest coach & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most coach & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travellers are saying about Wanderu:
Download our free app!
Find, compare & book coaches and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
4.8 Rating
5k Reviews
4.5 Rating
4.8k Reviews
New Carrollton to Newark Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from New Carrollton to Newark?
There are usually 10 daily coach trips from New Carrollton to Newark.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£141.87 | Avg. Price£48.59Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips13 | Daily Trips10 |
Duration | Duration2h 54mFaster | Duration5h 37m |
Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers
Average score for trains from New Carrollton to Newark (Based on 5 ratings and reviews)
5.0
5.0
5.0
4.0
There are several train options that can take you from New Carrollton to Newark:
- Amtrak tickets: £16 one-way
- Amtrak Northeast Regional tickets: £13 one-way
- Amtrak Palmetto tickets: £16 one-way
- Amtrak Vermonter tickets: £13 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from New Carrollton to Newark?
In the last month, train tickets from New Carrollton to Newark cost about £82 when booked at the cheapest time. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 21 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £112.05 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from New Carrollton to Newark by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from New Carrollton to Newark will cost between £36 and £198. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from New Carrollton to Newark by month
Ticket prices for the train from New Carrollton to Newark often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in January when the average ticket price is only £56. If you're thinking of travelling from New Carrollton to Newark during October, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £123 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in October, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from New Carrollton to Newark on Wanderu at least 21 days ahead of time, you can save about £112.05 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from New Carrollton to Newark?
There are 4 train lines with service from New Carrollton to Newark. Amtrak Northeast Regional is the most popular choice with travellers, offering scheduled service on 11 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 3h 6m | £107.69 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 11 | 2h 54m | £141.39 |
| Amtrak Palmetto | 1 | 2h 55m | £150.30 |
| Amtrak Vermonter | 1 | 2h 44m | £162.96 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway 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 toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there is 1 Amtrak train from New Carrollton to Newark every day, as well as 1 trip at the weekends, with prices starting from £16.35.
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 travelling 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 sockets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 11 daily train trips from New Carrollton to Newark, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way. Travelling from New Carrollton to Newark is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power sockets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departure along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of £150.30 on the Palmetto.
The Vermonter is an Amtrak passenger train that connects St. Albans, VT to Washington, D.C. by way of New York City. The journey is renowned for the beautiful scenic views that it presents as it passes through the Green Mountains and the Berkshires. Aboard the Vermonter, passengers can enjoy free WiFi, power sockets at every seat and extra legroom. You can also grab a bite to eat or enjoy a refreshing beverage from the train’s café. There is 1 Vermonter train travelling from New Carrollton to Newark every day, with prices starting from £12.63.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from New Carrollton to Newark
There are 13 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from New Carrollton to Newark. You can also take a train for your return trip from Newark to New Carrollton. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from New Carrollton to Newark for £25.
Trains per day
13
Direct trains
13
The distance between New Carrollton and Newark is approximately 189 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 54 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 35 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.
Distance (mi)
189
Distance (km)
304
The earliest train departs New Carrollton at 6:27 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:33. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.
First train
6:27am
Last train
9:33pm
Trains from New Carrollton to Newark are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Wednesday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
New Carrollton
New Carrollton is a small town in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, located about 13 miles northeast of the nation's capital. Much of the city is residential, with services typical for a suburb, including a shopping mall, grocery stores, several restaurants, and so on. A true hidden gem in the area is Greenbelt Park, a forested park with 172 campsites and nine miles of trails perfect for an escape to nature.
A few hotels in New Carrollton and neighbouring Lanham welcome D.C. visitors who would rather not pay downtown prices. It's easy to reach D.C. from the New Carrollton station, which connects to the Washington Metro's Orange Line and the MARC trains that serve Maryland. It takes just 11 minutes to reach Union Station in D.C. from New Carrollton on the Metro.
The New Carrollton train station is also a stop for Amtrak trains heading north. The Northeast Regional departing from D.C. makes its first stop in New Carrollton before continuing on to Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. In addition, coach lines provide service to New Carrollton from as far away as Indianapolis or St. Louis. For those who prefer to fly, the nearest major airport is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Newark
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 neighbourhood. 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 transport. 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 coach or train.
Station Information
Where is the train station in New Carrollton?
Main departure station: MARC Station
There is one train station in New Carrollton.
All train stations in New Carrollton:
- MARC Station
Where is the train station in Newark?
Main arrival 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 transport 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! Travellers can access Amtrak intercity passenger trains running on the busy Northeast Corridor between Washington D.C. and Boston, as well as intercity coaches 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.
Train stations in Newark:
- Newark Penn Station
- Newark Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station
Need a return trip from Newark to New Carrollton?
Search Train TicketsPlan your next adventure
More trains from New Carrollton
Continue by train from Newark
Check out these popular routes
- Ottawa to Toronto Train£34+
- Québec City to Montreal Train£25+
- San Diego to Los Angeles Train£27+
- New Haven to New York Train£53+
- Portland, ME to Seattle, WA Train£337+
- New York to Toronto Train£123+
- New York to Providence Train£108+
- Portland to Seattle Train£34+
- Seattle, WA to Portland, ME Train
- Toronto to Vancouver Train£301+
- Los Angeles to San Diego Train£30+
- San Francisco to Los Angeles Train£53+
- Boston to New York Train£114+
- Charlotte to Raleigh Train£25+
- New York to Boston Train£107+
- Niagara Falls, NY to Toronto, ON Train£41+
- Seattle to Vancouver Train£45+
- Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA Train£34+
Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare coach and train timetables and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap coach and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading coach and train companies, we always have the best coach and train deals out there.