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Compare train and bus for North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $89. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $89, and a train costs an average of $121.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
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$297 Average price | $149 Average price Cheapest |
4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC
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Trains from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 35 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $121 (€96) but you can travel from only $89 (€71) by bus.
There are 33 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $121 (€96) |
Trains per day 35 |
Direct trains 33 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 20:30 |
Train companies: NJ Transit from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC trainsNJ Transit trains will get you between North Plainfield, NJ and Washington, DC from $89 (€71). 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 North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from North Plainfield, NJ 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.
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Popular train stations from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC
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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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