Newark to Bridgeport by train
Bridgeport lies 96 km (60 mi) north-east of Newark, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 18 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 117 km (73 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Newark | Bridgeport | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 281,944 | 147,629 |
| Elevation | 22 m (72 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Newark Penn Station, Roseville Avenue, Newark Broad Street Station | Bridgeport station |
| Postal codes | 07101–07199 | 06601–06699 |
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Common questions
How far is Bridgeport from Newark?
96 km (60 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Newark; by road roughly 117 km (73 mi).
How long does it take to get from Newark to Bridgeport by train?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Newark and Bridgeport?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.