The average train between Newark and Islip takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Newark to 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 every 2 hours between Newark and Islip. The earliest departure is at 6:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newark is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Islip at 1:54 AM. All services require a transfer at New York Penn Station and take an average of 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Newark to 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 Islip. However, there are services departing from Newark station and arriving at Islip station via New York Penn Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Newark to Islip train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Penn Station.
Newark to Islip train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Islip station.
The distance between Newark and Islip is 81.1 km. The road distance is 88 km.
You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Islip via New York Penn Station and Jamaica in around 2h 34m.