The average train between Newark and Salem takes 6h 20m and the fastest train takes 5h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Newark to Salem. 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 hourly between Newark and Salem. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Newark is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Salem at 7:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 6h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Newark to Salem? 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 Salem. However, there are services departing from Newark station and arriving at Salem station via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.
Newark to Salem train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Newark Penn Station.
Newark to Salem train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Boston station.
The distance between Newark and Salem is 336.8 km. The road distance is 416 km.
Amtrak Acela operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–750 and the journey takes 4h 3m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours.