What is the cheapest way to get from Newark to Kensington?

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Kensington is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newark to Kensington?

The fastest way to get from Newark to Kensington is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $21 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Newark and Kensington?

No, there is no direct bus from Newark to Kensington. However, there are services departing from Newark and arriving at Front St & Dauphin St via Spring Garden St & 2nd St - MBFS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Kensington?

No, there is no direct train from Newark station to Kensington. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at York-Dauphin via Drexel Station at 30th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Newark to Kensington?

The distance between Newark and Kensington is 86 miles. The road distance is 77.1 miles.

How do I travel from Newark to Kensington without a car?

The best way to get from Newark to Kensington without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $21 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Newark to Kensington?

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Newark to Kensington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newark to Kensington bus from?

Newark to Kensington bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Newark station.

Where do I catch the Newark to Kensington train from?

Newark to Kensington train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train or bus from Newark to Kensington?

The best way to get from Newark to Kensington is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $21 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus via Philadelphia, which costs $19 - $45 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Newark to Kensington bus arrive?

Newark to Kensington bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Philadelphia station.

Where does the Newark to Kensington train arrive?

Newark to Kensington train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Newark to Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Kensington is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Newark to Kensington.

Where can I stay near Kensington?

There are 783+ hotels available in Kensington.

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There are 4 ways to get from Newark to Kensington by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
1h 22m
$22–591
Drive 76.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Kensingtoncar 76.6 mi
1h 44m
$14–21
Bus via Philadelphia
1. Take the bus from Newark to Philadelphiabus Ppb 8448 / ...
2h 45m
$20–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0235 / ...
2h 53m
$15–26

Newark to Kensington by train and subway (Amtrak)

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1h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85.4 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Kensington, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Newark to Philadelphia every 4 hours. Tickets cost $16–45 and the journey takes 2h.

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