Newark, NJ to Washington, DC train

Fri, Sep 13
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Cheap train tickets from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC

Showing times and prices for Sep 13

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Amtrak
65 Northeast Regional
11:42PM6h47
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
06:29AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$901One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
181 Northeast Regional
06:07AM3h00
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
09:07AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$1241One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
181 Northeast Regional
06:01AM3h06
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
09:07AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$1241One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
151 Northeast Regional
04:41AM3h02
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
07:43AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$1241One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
111 Northeast Regional
05:06AM3h33
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
08:39AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$1241One-way
0 transfers

Train schedule from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 13
Amtrak
151 Northeast Regional
04:37AM3h06
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
07:43AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
151 Northeast Regional
04:41AM3h02
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
07:43AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
111 Northeast Regional
05:06AM3h33
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
08:39AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2103 Acela
05:45AM2h52
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
08:37AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
181 Northeast Regional
06:01AM3h06
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
09:07AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
181 Northeast Regional
06:07AM3h00
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
09:07AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
89 Palmetto
06:19AM3h11
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
09:30AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2107 Acela
06:44AM2h49
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
09:33AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
51 Cardinal
07:05AM3h04
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
10:09AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
183 Northeast Regional
07:26AM3h18
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
10:44AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
79 Carolinian
07:44AM3h02
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
10:46AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
141 Northeast Regional
08:40AM3h04
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
11:44AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
141 Northeast Regional
08:45AM2h59
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
11:44AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2151 Acela
09:15AM2h41
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
11:56AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
185 Northeast Regional
09:42AM3h10
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
12:52PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
185 Northeast Regional
09:46AM3h06
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
12:52PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
95 Northeast Regional
10:53AM3h12
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
02:05PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2155 Acela
11:15AM2h47
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
02:02PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
91 Silver Star
11:22AM3h16
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
02:38PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
119 Northeast Regional
11:29AM3h20
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
02:49PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
119 Northeast Regional
11:34AM3h15
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
02:49PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
125 Northeast Regional
11:52AM3h19
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
03:11PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2117 Acela
12:14PM2h47
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
03:01PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
131 Northeast Regional
12:26PM3h22
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
03:48PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
131 Northeast Regional
12:30PM3h18
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
03:48PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
171 Northeast Regional
12:57PM3h31
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
04:28PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
171 Northeast Regional
01:02PM3h26
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
04:28PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2159 Acela
01:17PM2h46
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
04:03PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
133 Northeast Regional
02:06PM3h03
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
05:09PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
133 Northeast Regional
02:12PM2h57
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
05:09PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
93 Northeast Regional
02:19PM3h04
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
05:23PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2121 Acela
02:30PM2h46
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
05:16PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
19 Crescent
02:37PM3h26
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
06:03PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2163 Acela
03:15PM2h50
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
06:05PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
85 Northeast Regional
03:22PM3h19
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
06:41PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
85 Northeast Regional
03:26PM3h15
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
06:41PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
97 Silver Meteor
03:38PM3h10
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
06:48PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
173 Northeast Regional
04:22PM3h15
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
07:37PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
173 Northeast Regional
04:28PM3h09
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
07:37PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
129 Northeast Regional
04:56PM3h13
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
08:09PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
129 Northeast Regional
05:02PM3h07
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
08:09PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
193 Northeast Regional
05:44PM3h13
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
08:57PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
193 Northeast Regional
05:49PM3h08
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
08:57PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2169 Acela
06:15PM2h49
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
09:04PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
197 Northeast Regional
06:23PM3h02
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
09:25PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
137 Northeast Regional
06:42PM3h16
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
09:58PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
137 Northeast Regional
06:47PM3h11
Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ
09:58PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
55 Vermonter
07:03PM3h09
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
10:12PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
175 Northeast Regional
07:58PM3h20
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
11:18PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2173 Acela
08:28PM2h45
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
11:13PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
65 Northeast Regional
11:42PM6h47
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
06:29AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC

Showing times and prices for Sep 13

Fastest Journey

2 h 41 m

Average

3 h 11 m

Trains per day

51

Distance

319 km

Of the 51 trains that leave Newark, NJ for Washington, DC every day 51 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Amtrak
2151 Acela
09:15AM2h41
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
11:56AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$3821One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Amtrak
2173 Acela
08:28PM2h45
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
11:13PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$3091One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
2159 Acela
01:17PM2h46
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
04:03PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$3821One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
2121 Acela
02:30PM2h46
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
05:16PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$3091One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
2117 Acela
12:14PM2h47
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
03:01PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$3821One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC

distanceDistance197 miles (318 km)
durationAverage train duration2 h 41 min
priceAverage train ticket price$132 (€112)
frequencyTrain frequency12 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 12 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersAmtrak or Amtrak Acela

Trains from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC cover the 197 miles (318 km) long journey taking on average 2 h 41 min with our travel partners like Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $132 (€112), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $43 (€37).

Train companies: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC trains

Find the best trains between Newark, NJ and Washington, DC with Omio's travel partners Amtrak and Amtrak Acela from $37 (€31). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Newark, NJ to Washington, DC train information with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 53 min
  • Cheapest Price: $37
  • Amtrak frequency: 10 a day

FAQs: Trains from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC

FAQs: Travel by train from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC can start from as little as $43 (€37) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Newark, NJ to Washington, DC is $132 (€112); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Newark, NJ to Washington, DC train travel time is 2 h 41 min   for the 197 mile (318 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC leaves at 4: 37 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC leaves at 11: 18 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC without having to change trains with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. There are 12 direct trains from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Washington, DC. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC.
When taking a train from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, you can count on Amtrak or Amtrak Acela for the best way to get you to Washington, DC. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Newark, NJ and Washington, DC and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 18 PM.
A trip to Washington, DC from Newark, NJ is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 41 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC is May.
You have options as you can travel from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

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