The average train between Newark and Gloucester takes 7h 10m and the fastest train takes 6h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Newark to Gloucester. 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 every 3 hours between Newark and Gloucester. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Newark is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Gloucester at 7:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 7h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Newark to Gloucester? 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 Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Newark station and arriving at Gloucester station via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.
Newark to Gloucester train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Newark Penn Station.
Newark to Gloucester train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Gloucester station.
The distance between Newark and Gloucester is 358.5 km. The road distance is 440 km.
You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Gloucester via Boston, Back Bay, North Station, and North Station in around 6h 14m.