How much is the train ticket from Newark to Hartford?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Hartford start from $33. The average price for this train route is around $63. 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 Hartford?

The average train ride duration from Newark to Hartford is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 105 miles (170 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 11m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Newark to Hartford route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Hartford?

The earliest train departs from Newark to Hartford at 4:48am. And the latest train departs at 8:13pm.

Train Newark to Hartford from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Newark to Hartford on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:13pm	Penn Station	3h 43m	11:56pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:29am	Penn Station	3h 6m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	11:03am	Penn Station	3h 11m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:29am	Penn Station	3h 6m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	11:03am	Penn Station	3h 11m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Hartford on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:28pm	Penn Station	3h 55m	7:23pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:30pm	Penn Station	3h 14m	3:44pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
Train	3:28pm	Penn Station	3h 55m	7:23pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	7:26pm	Penn Station	3h 26m	10:52pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	7:26pm	Penn Station	3h 26m	10:52pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Hartford on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:26pm	Penn Station	3h 26m	10:52pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:30pm	Penn Station	3h 14m	3:44pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
Train	10:27am	Penn Station	3h 41m	2:08pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	10:27am	Penn Station	3h 41m	2:08pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	3:28pm	Penn Station	3h 55m	7:23pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Hartford on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:13pm	Penn Station	3h 43m	11:56pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:29am	Penn Station	3h 6m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	11:03am	Penn Station	3h 11m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:29am	Penn Station	3h 6m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	11:03am	Penn Station	3h 11m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Hartford on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:13pm	Penn Station	3h 43m	11:56pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:29am	Penn Station	3h 6m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	11:03am	Penn Station	3h 11m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:29am	Penn Station	3h 6m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	11:03am	Penn Station	3h 11m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Hartford on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:13pm	Penn Station	3h 43m	11:56pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:29am	Penn Station	3h 6m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	11:03am	Penn Station	3h 11m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:29am	Penn Station	3h 6m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	11:03am	Penn Station	3h 11m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Hartford on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:13pm	Penn Station	3h 43m	11:56pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:29am	Penn Station	3h 6m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	11:03am	Penn Station	3h 11m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:29am	Penn Station	3h 6m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	11:03am	Penn Station	3h 11m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Hartford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Hartford. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

4h 25mAverage Duration

105 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $165	Average Duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $349	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Newark, NJ and Hartford, CT?

Newark, NJ

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Hartford, CT

A
Harford Union Station
1 Union PL, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 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 $33

Amtrak Newark Hartford recent customer reviews

Amazing staff

Jessica V.

August 18, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Hartford, CT 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 Hartford?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Hartford start from $33. The average price for this train route is around $63. 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 Hartford?
The average train ride duration from Newark to Hartford is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 105 miles (170 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Newark to Hartford route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Hartford?
The earliest train departs from Newark to Hartford at 4:48am. And the latest train departs at 8:13pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$31

12/10

$41

Today

$41

12/12

$41

12/13

$55

12/14

$100

12/15

$31

12/16

$31

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Hartford, CT was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $31

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 Hartford, CT, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $315 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Hartford, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-15.