NJ → VA · about 351 miles
Newark to Lynchburg train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Newark to Lynchburg. The fastest takes 7 hours 38 minutes; the first train leaves at 12:57 PM and the last at 2:20 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 7h 38m
- First train
- 12:57 PM
- Last train
- 2:20 PM
7 of the 14 trains a week stop at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
Timetable
Every train leaves from Newark and arrives at Lynchburg. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:57 PM | 8:54 PM | 7h 57m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 1:07 PM | 8:50 PM | 7h 43m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 1:12 PM | 8:50 PM | 7h 38m | Sat & Sun from Nov 22 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:20 PM | 10:00 PM | 7h 40m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Newark Where you get off in Lynchburg The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Newark
Where the train stops in Lynchburg
Return trip: Lynchburg to Newark
Questions
How long is the train from Newark to Lynchburg?
The fastest direct train takes 7 hours 38 minutes; the typical trip is 7 hours 43 minutes.
What time is the first train from Newark to Lynchburg?
The earliest departure is at 12:57 PM (Mon–Fri) and the last at 2:20 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Newark to Lynchburg?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Newark?
Trains to Lynchburg leave from Newark (Amtrak).
Does the train from Newark to Lynchburg stop at Newark Liberty International Airport?
Yes, 7 of the 14 a week: at Newark Liberty International Airport.