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

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Topeka is to bus which costs $210 - $410 and takes 30h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newark to Topeka is to fly and drive which takes 8h 43m and costs $100 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Newark and Topeka?

No, there is no direct bus from Newark station to Topeka. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Topeka via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Topeka?

No, there is no direct train from Newark station to Topeka station. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Topeka Station via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 24m.

How far is it from Newark to Topeka?

The distance between Newark and Topeka is 1271 miles. The road distance is 1242 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newark to Topeka without a car is to bus and train which takes 27h 5m and costs $230 - $480.

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

It takes approximately 8h 43m to get from Newark to Topeka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newark to Topeka bus from?

Newark to Topeka bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the Newark to Topeka train from?

Newark to Topeka train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train or bus from Newark to Topeka?

The best way to get from Newark to Topeka is to train via Ossining which takes 32h 24m and costs $390 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $410 and takes 30h 25m.

Where does the Newark to Topeka bus arrive?

Newark to Topeka bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Newark and Topeka?

Topeka is 1h behind Newark. It is currently 1:53 PM in Newark and 12:53 PM in Topeka.

Where does the Newark to Topeka train arrive?

Newark to Topeka train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Newark to Topeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Topeka is 1242 miles. It takes approximately 21h 17m to drive from Newark to Topeka.

How do I get a train ticket from Newark to Topeka?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Newark to Topeka?

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Where can I stay near Topeka?

There are 35+ hotels available in Topeka.

Newark to Topeka - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 10 ways to get from Newark to Topeka by plane, car, bus, train, train (Amtrak), or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Newark Liberty International Airport to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane EWR - MHK
2. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Topekacar
8h 43m
$108–462
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2641 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Topeka Stationtrain Southwest Chief
27h 5m
$238–478
Train via Ossining (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Croton-Harmon Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Topeka Stationtrain
32h 24m
$391–875
Drive 1,234.8 mi
1. Drive from Newark to Topekacar 1,234.8 mi
21h 17m
$226–326
Fly Newark Liberty International Airport to Kansas City, bus
1. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Kansas City (MCI)plane EWR - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
9h 2m
$212–610
Fly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Kansas City, bus
1. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Kansas City (MCI)plane JFK - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
9h 41m
$177–684
Fly Laguardia Airport to Kansas City, bus
1. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane LGA - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
10h 14m
$280–681
Train to Philadelphia International Airport, fly to Kansas City, bus
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Kansas City (MCI)plane PHL - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
10h 22m
$254–1,196
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Topekabus Greyhound US1200 / ...
30h 25m
$211–404
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Topeka Stationtrain Southwest Chief
38h 34m
$436–962

Newark to Topeka by bus, foot, and train

13Weekly Services

27h 5mAverage Duration

$238Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Newark to Topeka.

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Distance: 1,263.5 mi
Duration: 8h 43m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Topeka, KS, USA?

You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Topeka Station via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 32h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newark Penn Station to Topeka via St Louis Bus Station in around 30h 25m.

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