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Next departures for Newark to Pittsburgh on September 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	10:53am	Penn Station	12h 47m	11:40pm	Union Station
Train	11:09am	Penn Station	8h 56m	8:05pm	Union Station
Train	11:18am	Penn Station	12h 22m	11:40pm	Union Station
Train	11:23am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	12h 17m	11:40pm	Union Station
Train	11:52am	Penn Station	11h 48m	11:40pm	Union Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just COP 139,013, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

9hAverage Duration

306 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCOP 139,013 - COP 847,540	Average Duration9h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCOP 250,584 - COP 1,740,718	Average Duration12h 8m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,476 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6476 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at COP 250,584

Amtrak Newark Pittsburgh recent customer reviews

I love it

Jader R.

January 4, 2024

It was a good experience.

Nancy B.

September 23, 2023

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Pittsburgh by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Newark to Pittsburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Pittsburgh start from COP 250,584. The average price for this train route is around COP 480,618. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Pittsburgh?
The average train ride duration from Newark to Pittsburgh is 12h 8m, covering a distance of 306 miles (493 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Newark to Pittsburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Pittsburgh?
The earliest train departs from Newark to Pittsburgh at 8:44am. And the latest train departs at 8:11pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/02

COP 248,007

09/03

COP 241,566

Today

COP 238,345

09/05

COP 241,566

09/06

COP 241,566

09/07

COP 312,425

09/08

COP 241,566

09/09

COP 241,566

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Sep 4, 2026 with a price of COP 238,345

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Pittsburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from COP 238,345 to COP 1,938,963 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 241,566 which is on 2026-09-05.