The cheapest and fastest trains from Meriden, CT to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$249
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
464 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Meriden, CT 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 Meriden, CT to Washington, DC will cost around $249 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
Of the 5 trains that leave Meriden, CT for Washington, DC on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 464 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 8 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 bus, train, and flight for Meriden, CT to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Meriden, CT to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. 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 €43, and a flight costs an average of €293.
Distance: 288 miles (464 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€98 Average price | €293 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 50m Average total duration 14h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Meriden, CT to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Meriden, CT to Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 95 Northeast Regional | 12:58 PM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 6h12 | 7:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
125 Northeast Regional | 1:32 PM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 6h38 | 8:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
471 Valley Flyer · 171 Northeast Regional | 2:49 PM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 6h40 | 9:29 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 173 Northeast Regional | 5:59 PM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 6h38 | 12:37 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
55 Vermonter | 8:49 PM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 6h13 | 3:02 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 175 Northeast Regional | 9:49 PM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 6h24 | 4:13 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 177 Northeast Regional · 6077 AMTRAK | 12:34 AM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 7h26 | 8:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2 transfers | |
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 1:34 AM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 10h20 | 11:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:33 AM Meriden, CT | 6h08 | 11:41 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:33 AM Meriden, CT | 6h08 | 11:41 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:58 AM Meriden, CT | 5h55 | 1:53 PM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:57 AM Meriden, CT | 6h07 | 3:04 PM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:57 AM Meriden, CT | 6h07 | 3:04 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Meriden, CT to Washington, DC
Distance 288 miles (464 km) |
Average train duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 22:00 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Meriden, CT to Washington, DC start from as low as $62 (€50) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $120 (€98) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Amtrak from Meriden, CT to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Meriden, CT and Washington, DC from $53 (€43). 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 Meriden, CT to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Meriden, CT 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 Meriden, CT 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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