VA → NJ · about 278 miles
Newport News to Newark train schedule
Amtrak runs 6 direct trains a week from Newport News to Newark. The fastest takes 7 hours 46 minutes; the first train leaves at 4:08 AM and the last at 4:20 AM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 6
- Fastest trip
- 7h 46m
- First train
- 4:08 AM
- Last train
- 4:20 AM
2 of the 6 trains a week stop at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
Timetable
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 | Stops | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:08 AM | 11:54 AM | 7h 46m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Newport News to Newark | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:08 AM | 12:22 PM | 8h 14m | Sat & Sun | Newport News to Newark Liberty International Airport | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:08 AM | 12:29 PM | 8h 21m | Mon–Fri | Newport News to Newark | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:20 AM | 12:22 PM | 8h 02m | Thu, Sat, Sun from Nov 21 | Newport News to Newark Liberty International Airport | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where the train stops in Newark
Return trip: Newark to Newport News
Questions
How long is the train from Newport News to Newark?
The fastest direct train takes 7 hours 46 minutes; the typical trip is 8 hours 14 minutes.
What time is the first train from Newport News to Newark?
The earliest departure is at 4:08 AM (Mon–Fri) and the last at 4:20 AM (Thu).
Which rail companies go from Newport News to Newark?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Newport News?
Trains to Newark leave from Newport News bus stop.
Does the train from Newport News to Newark stop at Newark Liberty International Airport?
Yes, 2 of the 6 a week: at Newark Liberty International Airport.