The cheapest and fastest trains from Iselin, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Iselin, 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 Iselin, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 17 trains that leave Iselin, NJ for Washington, DC on Mon, Mar 23, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 298 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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.
67 Northeast Regional
175 Northeast Regional
95 Northeast Regional
79 Carolinian
111 Northeast Regional
2109 Acela
2153 Acela
141 Northeast Regional
173 Northeast Regional
193 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Iselin, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Iselin, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $70.
Distance: 185 miles (298 km)
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$58 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $170 Average price |
3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Iselin, NJ to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Iselin, NJ to Washington, DC trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2255 Acela | 9:29 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h29 | 11:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 10:40 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h57 | 1:37 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
57 Vermonter | 11:33 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h55 | 2:28 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
165 Northeast Regional | 12:38 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h58 | 3:36 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
139 Northeast Regional | 1:55 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h46 | 4:41 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 3:57 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 6h57 | 10:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
111 Northeast Regional | 9:20 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 3h02 | 12:22 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 10:33 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 3h07 | 1:40 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 11:40 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 3h22 | 3:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
183 Northeast Regional | 11:56 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 3h08 | 3:04 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2109 Acela | 12:29 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h24 | 2:53 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 12:56 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h45 | 3:41 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
185 Northeast Regional | 1:59 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h53 | 4:52 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2153 Acela | 2:26 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h39 | 5:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 3:07 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h58 | 6:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 4:06 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h58 | 7:04 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 5:17 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 3h08 | 8:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 6:34 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h51 | 9:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 7:40 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h54 | 10:34 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 8:40 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h48 | 11:28 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Iselin, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Iselin, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (298 km) distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 04:43 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Busiest day Tue |
Least busy day Tue |
Best day to book ahead 70 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Iselin, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Iselin, NJ and Washington, DC from $19 (€15). 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 Iselin, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Iselin, 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 Iselin, NJ to Washington, DC
- 5:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM Saturday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week with multiple entry points.
- Le Malt Lounge
- Jose Tejas
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- APA Hotel Woodbridge
- Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel
- Extended Stay America - Edison - Raritan Center
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and NJ Transit services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus 48, 801, 802
- Train: Amtrak Northeast Corridor Line, NJ Transit Northeast Corridor Line
- 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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