NJ → NC · about 421 miles

Newark to Selma train schedule

Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Newark to Selma. The fastest takes 11 hours 3 minutes; the first train leaves at 6:19 AM and the last at 7:24 AM.

Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least

Trains a week
14
Fastest trip
11h 03m
First train
6:19 AM
Last train
7:24 AM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Newark and arrives at Selma. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.

Direct trains from Newark, NJ to Selma, NC
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
6:19 AM6:01 PM11h 42mDailyAmtrak
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7:24 AM6:27 PM11h 03mDailyAmtrak
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Where to board in Newark Where you get off in Selma The route of the busiest trip

Where to catch the train in Newark

Where the train stops in Selma

Return trip: Selma to Newark

Questions

How long is the train from Newark to Selma?

The fastest direct train takes 11 hours 3 minutes; the typical trip is 11 hours 42 minutes.

What time is the first train from Newark to Selma?

The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM (Daily) and the last at 7:24 AM (Daily).

Which rail companies go from Newark to Selma?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Newark?

Trains to Selma leave from Newark (Amtrak).