The cheapest and fastest trains from Darien, CT to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$258
Average price
$258
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
389 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darien, CT 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 Darien, CT to Washington, DC will cost around $258 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $258.
It's difficult to get from Darien, CT to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Darien, CT to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darien, CT to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €51.
Distance: 241 miles (389 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€41 Average price | €51 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 40m Average total duration 16h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Darien, CT to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Darien, CT to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:09 AM Darien, CT | 5h32 | 11:41 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:23 AM Darien, CT | 4h28 | 11:51 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:42 AM Darien, CT | 4h05 | 12:47 PM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:53 AM Darien, CT | 5h00 | 1:53 PM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:52 AM Darien, CT | 5h12 | 3:04 PM Washington, DC | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darien, CT to Washington, DC
Trains from Darien, CT to Washington, DC run on average 42 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $38 (€30) by bus.
There are 35 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 241 miles (389 km) distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 241 miles (389 km) |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 35 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 22:16 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Darien, CT to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Darien, CT and Washington, DC from $38 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Metro-North Railroad (MNR)
FAQs: Trains from Darien, CT to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darien, CT 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 Darien, CT 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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