The average train between Newark and Dover takes 8h 41m and the fastest train takes 6h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Newark to Dover. 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 5 times a day between Newark and Dover. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Newark is at 7:04 PM which arrives into Dover at 10:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 8h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 22m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Newark to Dover? 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 Dover. However, there are services departing from Newark station and arriving at Dover station via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.
Newark to Dover train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Newark Penn Station.
Newark to Dover train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Dover station.
Book your Newark to Dover train tickets online with Amtrak Acela, MBTA and Amtrak.
The distance between Newark and Dover is 386.4 km. The road distance is 498 km.
You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Dover via Boston, Back Bay, North Station, and Boston in around 6h 43m.