The cheapest and fastest trains from Matawan, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$317
Average price
$317
Fastest journey
4 h 39 m
Average duration
6 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Matawan, 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 Matawan, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $317 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $317.
It's difficult to get from Matawan, NJ to Washington, DC without transferring at least 2 times.
7:52 PM4h39Matawan, NJ12:31 AMWashington, DC$3171One-way2 transfers
9:51 PM8h38Matawan, NJ6:29 AMWashington, DC$3171One-way2 transfers
7:52 PM4h39Matawan, NJ12:31 AMWashington, DC$3171One-way2 transfers
9:51 PM8h38Matawan, NJ6:29 AMWashington, DC$3171One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Matawan, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Matawan, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $190.
Distance: 182 miles (294 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$95 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $190 Average price |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Matawan, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Matawan, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€77) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 6h 57m.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€77) |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 6h 57m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 8:30 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Matawan, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Matawan, NJ and Washington, DC from $38 (€31). 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 Matawan, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Matawan, 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 Matawan, 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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