How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Newark start from $196. The average price for this train route is around $344. 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 Birmingham to Newark?

The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Newark is 23h 35m, covering a distance of 852 miles (1374 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Birmingham to Newark route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Newark at 5:24pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Train Birmingham to Newark from $230 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Newark on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	23h 36m	6:00pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	CheapestFastest
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	23h 36m	6:00pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	23h 36m	6:00pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:36 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 22 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

22h 40mAverage Duration

854 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$68 - $334	Average Duration22h 40m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$196 - $1,517	Average Duration23h 35m	CO₂ emissions 125kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,616 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5616 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 $196

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham, US to Newark, NJ 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 Birmingham to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Newark start from $196. The average price for this train route is around $344. 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 Birmingham to Newark?
The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Newark is 23h 35m, covering a distance of 852 miles (1374 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Birmingham to Newark route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Newark?
The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Newark at 5:24pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $272

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

You can expect to pay from $272 to $832 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $272 which is on 2025-12-02.