The average train between Newark and Central Islip takes 1h 56m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Newark to Central Islip. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Newark and Central Islip. The earliest departure is at 1:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Newark is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Central Islip at 12:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 20m • 1 change
2h 19m • 1 change
1h 45m • 1 change
1h 42m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Newark to Central Islip? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Newark to Central Islip. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Central Islip station via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.
Newark to Central Islip train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Penn Station.
Newark to Central Islip train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Central Islip station.
The distance between Newark and Central Islip is 82 km. The road distance is 90 km.
You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Central Islip via New York Penn Station in around 1h 50m.