The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridgewater, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
6 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgewater, 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 Bridgewater, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bridgewater, NJ for Washington, DC on Wed, May 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 279 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 57 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 6 h 57 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.
4:57 AM6h57Bridgewater, NJ11:54 AMWashington, DC$251One-way0 transfers
4:57 AM6h57Bridgewater, NJ11:54 AMWashington, DC$251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bridgewater, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgewater, 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 $204.
Distance: 173 miles (279 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $226 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bridgewater, NJ to Washington, DC:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bridgewater, NJ to Washington, DC costing on average $52 (€42).
A bus is $195 (€157) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bridgewater, NJ to Washington, DC costing on average $226 (€182).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 42m.
Bus takes on average 3h 58m.
You'll arrive about 1h 2m sooner (2h 42m by train vs 3h 44m by car). Tickets start at around $52 (€42) compared to roughly $42 (€34) 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 Bridgewater, NJ to Washington, DC by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgewater, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Bridgewater, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (279 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 173 miles (279 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Bridgewater, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Bridgewater, NJ and Washington, DC from $25 (€20). 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 Bridgewater, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgewater, 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 Bridgewater, 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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