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Compare bus, train, and flight for Newark, NY to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NY to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €112. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €112, and a flight costs an average of €281.
Distance: 287 miles (462 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€198 Average price | €281 Average price | €112 Average price Cheapest |
17h 59m Average total duration 17h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 39h 11m Average total duration 38h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, NY to Washington, DC
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Trains from Newark, NY to Washington, DC run on average 10 times per day, taking around 17h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $245 (€198) but you can travel from only $139 (€112) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 287 miles (462 km) distance in 17h 29m.
Distance 287 miles (462 km) |
Average train duration 17h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $245 (€198) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 17h 29m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 22:00 |
FAQs: Trains from Newark, NY to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NY 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 Newark, NY to Washington, DC
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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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