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Trip Overview

The average train between Newark and Herndon takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. There is an hourly train service from Newark to Herndon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 23m
Duration
237 mi
Distance
$141
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Newark to Herndon train times

Trains run hourly between Newark and Herndon. The earliest departure is at 5:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newark is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Herndon at 7:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 10m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 58m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 15m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 9m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 27m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 16m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 42m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 5m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 34m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 31m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 57m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 15m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 9m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 27m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 15m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 9m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 27m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 15m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 9m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 27m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 10m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Newark to Herndon? 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.

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  • Distance: 237 mi
  • Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Herndon, VA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Newark to Herndon. However, you can take the train to Washington Union Station, walk to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, take the subway to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform, then take the subway to Herndon, Silver Line Center Platform. Alternatively, you can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Elden St @ Monroe St via New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform, Herndon, Silver Line Center Platform, and Herndon Metro Bay E in around 4h 45m.

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