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Newark to Nova Scotia trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Newark and Nova Scotia takes 2d 10h and the fastest train takes 2d 9h. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Newark to Nova Scotia. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2d 10h
Duration
1,967 km
Distance
$1,133
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Newark to Nova Scotia train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Newark and Nova Scotia. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newark is at 7:50 AM which arrives into Nova Scotia at 6:36 PM. All services require a transfer at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and take an average of 2d 10h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrakVIA Rail2d 9h • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrakVIA Rail2d 9h • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    Amtrak AcelaAmtrakVIA Rail2d 11h • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Newark to Nova Scotia? 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.

Map of how to get from Newark to Nova Scotia.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,967.3 km
  • Duration: 2d 10h

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Nova Scotia, Canada?

You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Halifax via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Saint-Lambert in around 36h 49m.

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