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Newark to New Carrollton Train Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Newark to New Carrollton?

There are usually 4 daily bus trips available from Newark to New Carrollton.

Bus
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
£41.72
Avg. Price
£76.58
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
4
Daily Trips
18
Duration
Duration
6h 18m
Duration
3h 6m

Trip Summary

There are usually 13 daily train trips available from Newark to New Carrollton. Traveling by train from Newark to New Carrollton usually takes 3 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in 2 hours and 42 minutes.

Distance189 mi (304 km)
Fastest train2h 42m
Lowest price£12.70
Trains per day13
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines3

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Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Newark to New Carrollton

(Based on 9 ratings and reviews)

4.8

5.0

Denise

June 29, 2026- Visiting family

Amtrak Northeast Regional

No

5.0

Rasidat

July 9, 2022- Visiting friends

Amtrak Vermonter

Pros: Nice trip. Cons: Price. Tips: Is good to ride with them.

5.0

Chinonye

May 21, 2022- Regular commuter

Amtrak Northeast Regional

It was a good ride

4.0

Mark A

February 25, 2022- Solo travel

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: There were some signs where patrons were less cleanly than desired. Overall, a very pleasant trip. Cons: More emphasis on cleaning up behind departed passengers when feasible.

5.0

NELISSA

February 8, 2022- Visiting family

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: Comfortable and clean. Cons: From the staff nothing but the person behind me was loud on his phone from newark to Philadelphia I'm just happy I was able to put on noise canceling headphones.

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

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Newark to New Carrollton was £59.37. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 28 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £120.76 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Newark to New Carrollton by travel date

£146£97£49JulAug

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Newark to New Carrollton will cost between £29 and £136. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Newark to New Carrollton by month

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Ticket prices for the train from Newark to New Carrollton often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in August when the average ticket price is only £73. If you're thinking of traveling from Newark to New Carrollton during November, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £143 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in November, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

£168£134£101£67£343020100

By booking your train trip from Newark to New Carrollton on Wanderu at least 28 days ahead of time, you can save about £120.76 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Newark to New Carrollton?

There are 3 train lines with service from Newark to New Carrollton. Amtrak Northeast Regional is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 11 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Northeast Regional113h 12m£118.93
Amtrak Palmetto12h 59m£121.86
Amtrak Vermonter12h 49m£189.25

  • 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 11 daily train trips from Newark to New Carrollton, 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. Traveling from Newark to New Carrollton is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power outlets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departures along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of 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 outlets 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 are 1 Vermonter trains traveling from Newark to New Carrollton every day, with prices starting from £13.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Newark to New Carrollton

The distance between Newark and New Carrollton is approximately 189 miles, or 304 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 9 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 42 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.

Trains from Newark to New Carrollton are the most crowded on Monday. 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 traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Newark at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 13 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Newark to New Carrollton.

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

City Information

Newark

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Newark, NJ - NWK-1

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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.

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 neighboring 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, bus 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.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Newark?

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Main 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 Liberty International Airport, AirTrain Station

Where is the train station in New Carrollton?

Main arrival station: MARC Station

New Carrollton has one train station.

All train stations in New Carrollton:

  • MARC Station

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