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Compare bus, train, and flight for Hamden, CT to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hamden, CT to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $400.
Distance: 278 miles (448 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $400 Average price |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 55m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamden, CT to Washington, DC
Trains from Hamden, CT to Washington, DC run on average 37 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€59) but you can travel from only $63 (€51) by bus.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 278 miles (448 km) distance in 6h 47m.
Distance 278 miles (448 km) |
Average train duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€59) |
Trains per day 37 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 6h 47m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
FAQs: Trains from Hamden, CT to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamden, 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 Hamden, 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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