The cheapest and fastest trains from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bound Brook, NJ for Washington, DC on Tue, May 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 283 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:19 PM2h39Bound Brook, NJ11:58 PMWashington, DC$881One-way0 transfers
9:19 PM2h39Bound Brook, NJ11:58 PMWashington, DC$881One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $152.
Distance: 175 miles (283 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$91 Average price | $209 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC:
A bus is $56 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC costing on average $91 (€73).
A bus is $174 (€140) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC costing on average $209 (€168).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 59m.
Bus takes on average 3h 47m.
You'll arrive about 40m sooner (2h 59m by train vs 3h 39m by car). Tickets start at around $91 (€73) compared to roughly $42 (€33) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (283 km) distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 175 miles (283 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Bound Brook, NJ and Washington, DC from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bound Brook, NJ to Washington, DC
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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