The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyndhurst, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$182
Average price
$356
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
80
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyndhurst, 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 Lyndhurst, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $356 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $182.
Of the 80 trains that leave Lyndhurst, NJ for Washington, DC on Fri, Apr 03, 78 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 327 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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 Regional11:42 PM6h47Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ6:29 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1821One-way0 transfers
65 Northeast Regional11:23 PM7h06Penn Station, New York, NY6:29 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1821One-way0 transfers
181 Northeast Regional5:45 AM3h21Penn Station, New York, NY9:06 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2291One-way0 transfers
181 Northeast Regional6:01 AM3h05Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ9:06 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2291One-way0 transfers
55 Vermonter7:03 PM3h03Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ10:06 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2291One-way0 transfers
2109 Acela8:17 AM2h41Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ10:58 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$6331One-way0 transfers
2121 NextGen Acela2:30 PM2h42Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ5:12 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4211One-way0 transfers
2155 NextGen Acela11:15 AM2h42Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ1:57 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$5171One-way0 transfers
2117 Acela12:14 PM2h43Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ2:57 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4211One-way0 transfers
2163 NextGen Acela3:15 PM2h43Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ5:58 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Lyndhurst, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyndhurst, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. 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 $31, and a flight costs an average of $188.
Distance: 203 miles (327 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$59 Average price | $189 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyndhurst, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Lyndhurst, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 64 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 63 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 04:42. The fastest train covers the 203 miles (327 km) distance in 6h 47m.
Distance 203 miles (327 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 64 |
Direct trains 63 |
Fastest train 6h 47m |
First train 4:41 AM |
Last train 4:42 AM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Lyndhurst, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Lyndhurst, NJ and Washington, DC from $24 (€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 Lyndhurst, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyndhurst, 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 Lyndhurst, 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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