The average train between Newark and Madison takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Newark to Madison. 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 4 hours between Newark and Madison. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Newark is at 8:27 PM which arrives into Madison at 4:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 5m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Newark to Madison? 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 Madison. However, there are services departing from Newark station and arriving at Madison station via New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Newark to Madison train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Newark Penn Station.
Newark to Madison train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Haven station.
The distance between Newark and Madison is 145.3 km. The road distance is 170 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Newark Penn Station to New Haven every 2 hours. Tickets cost $22–50 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Amtrak Acela also services this route 4 times a day.