The cheapest and fastest trains from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 4 trains that leave New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC on Wed, May 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 20 the direct trains cover the 282 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
On Wed, May 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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.
79 Carolinian7:51 AM3h18New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ11:09 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$931One-way0 transfers
131 Northeast Regional12:52 PM2h53New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ3:45 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1321One-way0 transfers
129 Northeast Regional5:05 PM2h57New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ8:02 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1321One-way0 transfers
111 Northeast Regional5:30 AM2h56New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ8:26 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1321One-way0 transfers
131 Northeast Regional12:52 PM2h53New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ3:45 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1321One-way0 transfers
111 Northeast Regional5:30 AM2h56New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ8:26 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1321One-way0 transfers
129 Northeast Regional5:05 PM2h57New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ8:02 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1321One-way0 transfers
79 Carolinian7:51 AM3h18New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ11:09 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$931One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $77.
Distance: 175 miles (282 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC:
A bus is $62 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC costing on average $97 (€78).
A bus is $160 (€130) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC costing on average $195 (€158).
Other travel options to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 23m.
Bus takes on average 3h 40m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (3h 23m by train vs 3h 24m by car). Tickets start at around $97 (€78) compared to roughly $57 (€46) 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.
Live departures
New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC trains for today, Tuesday, May 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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131 Northeast Regional | 12:52 PM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 2h53 | 3:45 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 5:05 PM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 2h57 | 8:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 20 | |||||
111 Northeast Regional | 5:30 AM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 2h56 | 8:26 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 7:51 AM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 3h18 | 11:09 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Trains from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:46, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (282 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 175 miles (282 km) |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 12:46 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ and Washington Union Station, 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 New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, 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 Union Station, Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several lots and garages in the vicinity.
- Old Man Rafferty's
- The Frog and The Peach
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- The Heldrich Hotel
- Hyatt Regency New Brunswick
- Rutgers University Inn
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 810, 811, 814, 815, 818
- Suburban Transit/Coach USA
- Greyhound Lines
- 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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