The cheapest and fastest trains from Linden, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$182
Average price
$339
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
62
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 $339 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $182.
Of the 62 trains that leave Linden, NJ for Washington, DC on Fri, Apr 03, 60 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 03 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.
65 Northeast Regional11:57 PM6h32Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ6:29 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1821One-way0 transfers
65 Northeast Regional11:42 PM6h47Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ6:29 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1831One-way0 transfers
111 Northeast Regional5:20 AM3h06Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ8:26 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2301One-way0 transfers
111 Northeast Regional5:06 AM3h20Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ8:26 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2311One-way0 transfers
55 Vermonter7:03 PM3h03Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ10:06 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2311One-way0 transfers
2109 Acela8:29 AM2h29Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ10:58 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4831One-way0 transfers
2107 NextGen Acela6:57 AM2h30Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ9:27 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$3941One-way0 transfers
2153 Acela10:26 AM2h39Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ1:05 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4831One-way0 transfers
2109 Acela8:17 AM2h41Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ10:58 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$5201One-way0 transfers
2121 NextGen Acela2:30 PM2h42Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ5:12 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4241One-way0 transfers
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 $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
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$82 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m 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, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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111 Northeast Regional | 9:06 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h20 | 12:26 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
111 Northeast Regional | 9:20 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 3h06 | 12:26 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
181 Northeast Regional | 10:01 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h05 | 1:06 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto · 51 Cardinal | 10:19 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h55 | 2:14 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
89 Palmetto | 10:19 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h25 | 1:44 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 10:33 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 3h11 | 1:44 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto · 51 Cardinal | 10:33 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 3h41 | 2:14 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
2107 NextGen Acela | 10:44 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h43 | 1:27 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
113 Northeast Regional | 10:48 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h07 | 1:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2107 NextGen Acela | 10:57 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 2h30 | 1:27 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
51 Cardinal | 11:02 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h12 | 2:14 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 11:24 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h45 | 3:09 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 11:40 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 3h29 | 3:09 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
183 Northeast Regional | 11:41 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h35 | 3:16 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
183 Northeast Regional | 11:56 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 3h20 | 3:16 PM Washington Union Station, 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 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 63 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 52m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 65 |
Direct trains 63 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Linden, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Linden, NJ and Washington, DC from $19 (€16). 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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