The cheapest and fastest trains from Linden, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linden, 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 Linden, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 1 trains that leave Linden, NJ for Washington, DC on Fri, Jan 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 02 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
On Fri, Jan 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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 Linden, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linden, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€53 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €176 Average price |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Linden, NJ to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Linden, NJ to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:01 AM Linden, NJ | 2h58 | 12:59 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Linden, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Linden, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 65 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 64 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 65 |
Direct trains 64 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, NJ Transit from Linden, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela, NJ Transit trains will get you between Linden, NJ and Washington, DC from $25 (€20). 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 Linden, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linden, 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 Linden, 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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