The cheapest and fastest trains from Jersey City, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 5 trains that leave Jersey City, NJ for Washington, DC on Fri, Dec 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 325 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Jersey City, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jersey City, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. 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 €16, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 201 miles (325 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€59 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €163 Average price |
3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Jersey City, NJ to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Jersey City, NJ to Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:06 AM Jersey City, NJ | 3h23 | 12:29 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:01 AM Jersey City, NJ | 2h58 | 12:59 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:05 PM Jersey City, NJ | 3h35 | 10:40 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Jersey City, NJ to Washington, DC by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jersey City, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 78 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 77 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 201 miles (325 km) distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 201 miles (325 km) |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 78 |
Direct trains 77 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, PATH from Jersey City, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela, PATH trains will get you between Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, 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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