The cheapest and fastest trains from Long Branch, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
6 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Long Branch, 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 Long Branch, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 1 trains that leave Long Branch, NJ for Washington, DC on Tue, May 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 304 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 57 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 57 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.
3:57 AM6h57Long Branch, NJ10:54 AMWashington, DC$961One-way0 transfers
3:57 AM6h57Long Branch, NJ10:54 AMWashington, DC$961One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Long Branch, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Long Branch, 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 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $168.
Distance: 188 miles (304 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $218 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Long Branch, NJ to Washington, DC:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Long Branch, NJ to Washington, DC costing on average $77 (€63).
A bus is $162 (€131) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Long Branch, NJ to Washington, DC costing on average $218 (€176).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 57m.
Bus takes on average 4h 20m.
You'll arrive about 49m sooner (2h 57m by train vs 3h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $77 (€63) compared to roughly $43 (€34) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Long Branch, NJ to Washington, DC by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Long Branch, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Long Branch, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 3:00 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Long Branch, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Long Branch, 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 Long Branch, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Long Branch, 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 Long Branch, 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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