NC → NJ · about 486 miles
Salisbury to Newark train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Salisbury to Newark. The fastest takes 11 hours 6 minutes; the first train leaves at 6:17 AM and the last at 7:28 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 11h 06m
- First train
- 6:17 AM
- Last train
- 7:28 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Salisbury and arrives at Newark. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:17 AM | 5:23 PM | 11h 06m | Thu–Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:17 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 00m | Mon–Fri | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:28 AM | 8:12 PM | 12h 44m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:28 AM | 8:22 PM | 12h 54m | Sat & Sun from Nov 7 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Salisbury Where you get off in Newark The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Salisbury
Where the train stops in Newark
Return trip: Newark to Salisbury
Questions
How long is the train from Salisbury to Newark?
The fastest direct train takes 11 hours 6 minutes; the typical trip is 12 hours.
What time is the first train from Salisbury to Newark?
The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM (Sat & Sun) and the last at 7:28 AM (Sat & Sun).
Which rail companies go from Salisbury to Newark?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Salisbury?
Trains to Newark leave from Salisbury Amtrak station.