The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$196
Average price
$356
Fastest journey
6 h 37 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
632 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC will cost around $356 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $196.
Of the 38 trains that leave Cambridge, MA for Washington, DC on Tue, Mar 31, 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 31 the direct trains cover the 632 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 37 m .
On Tue, Mar 31 the slowest trains will take 6 h 53 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.
177 Northeast Regional · 6077 AMTRAK05:30PM9h30South Station, Boston, MA03:00AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1961One-way1 transfer
177 Northeast Regional · 6077 AMTRAK05:35PM9h25Back Bay station, Boston, MA03:00AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1961One-way1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional06:45PM12h09South Station, Boston, MA06:54AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1981One-way0 transfers
67 Northeast Regional06:51PM12h03Back Bay station, Boston, MA06:54AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1981One-way0 transfers
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional12:50PM18h04South Station, Boston, MA06:54AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2521One-way2 transfers
2155 NextGen Acela07:20AM6h37Back Bay station, Boston, MA01:57PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4401One-way0 transfers
2155 NextGen Acela07:15AM6h42South Station, Boston, MA01:57PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4401One-way0 transfers
2163 NextGen Acela11:11AM6h47Back Bay station, Boston, MA05:58PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$3711One-way0 transfers
2159 Acela09:15AM6h48Back Bay station, Boston, MA04:03PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4401One-way0 transfers
2163 NextGen Acela11:05AM6h53South Station, Boston, MA05:58PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$3711One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $73.
Distance: 392 miles (632 km)
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$186 Average price | $191 Average price | $94 Average price Cheapest |
8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC trains for today, Monday, March 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:10 AM Cambridge, MA | 6h41 | 4:51 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Cambridge, MA | 9h05 | 11:20 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:14 PM Cambridge, MA | 6h44 | 12:58 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC
Trains from Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC run on average 32 times per day, taking around 7h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $55 (€45) by bus.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 392 miles (632 km) distance in 6h 41m.
Distance 392 miles (632 km) |
Average train duration 7h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€60) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 6h 41m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Cambridge, MA and Washington, DC from $55 (€45). 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 Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA 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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