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Smithsonian American Art Museum
Leading collection of American art from colonial works to contemporary pieces, housed with the National Portrait Gallery.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD 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 Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 12 trains that leave New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC on Tue, Jun 16, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 15 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.
193 Northeast Regional
67 Northeast Regional
85 Northeast Regional
55 Vermonter
183 Northeast Regional
95 Northeast Regional
183 Northeast Regional
55 Vermonter
141 Northeast Regional
193 Northeast RegionalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (16m by train vs 21m by car). Tickets start at around $7 (€5) compared to roughly $2 (€2) 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, Maryland Transit.
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.
The table below shows live departures for New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC trains for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
67 Northeast Regional | 6:37 AM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0h17 | 6:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
111 Northeast Regional | 8:10 AM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0h16 | 8:26 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 9:22 AM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0h22 | 9:44 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
183 Northeast Regional | 11:05 AM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0h11 | 11:16 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 11:31 AM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0h14 | 11:45 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 1:55 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0h10 | 2:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 2:55 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0h16 | 3:11 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 4:07 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0h18 | 4:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 5:06 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0h19 | 5:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 6:22 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0h16 | 6:38 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
193 Northeast Regional | 8:37 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0h15 | 8:52 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 9:53 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0h13 | 10:06 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC run on average 12 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 13m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:19 PM |
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Discover the best of Washington Union Station — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Washington Union Station trip today.
Leading collection of American art from colonial works to contemporary pieces, housed with the National Portrait Gallery.
Smithsonian gallery known for portraits of presidents, cultural icons, and influential Americans in a landmark downtown building.
World-class art museum with major European and American collections plus sculpture garden nearby on the National Mall.
The city's central ceremonial landscape lined with museums and monuments, essential for first-time visitors.
Historic neighborhood famous for cobblestone streets, Federal architecture, waterfront walks, and shopping.
Scenic waterside walking area framed by memorials and cherry trees, especially popular in spring.
Washington, D.C.’s signature smoked sausage, usually served on a bun with chili, mustard, and onions. It is one of the city’s most iconic casual foods.
A sweet-tangy, slightly spicy sauce closely associated with D.C. carryout culture, commonly paired with fried chicken and fries.
Crab cakes made with regional blue crab from the Chesapeake Bay area. They are a classic Mid-Atlantic specialty often found in Washington restaurants.
A respected steakhouse in nearby Union Market, known for wood-fired meats, strong sides, and a stylish but approachable atmosphere.
A historic, well-known Washington restaurant near the National Mall, famous for oysters, crab cakes, and classic American seafood in an elegant setting.
A polished American restaurant near Union Market known for seasonal Mid-Atlantic ingredients, refined cooking, and a calm dining room.
Costs are moderate for a major US city. Fast food is fairly priced, but sit-down dining and drinks near the station cost more.
Tip 18-20% at full-service restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5. Not expected at fast-food spots.
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