The cheapest and fastest trains from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$121
Average price
$196
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $196 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $121.
It's difficult to get from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
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 €72. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €72, and a train costs an average of €98.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€241 Average price | €121 Average price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:51 AM North Plainfield, NJ | 3h33 | 8:24 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:29 AM North Plainfield, NJ | 3h54 | 9:23 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:10 AM North Plainfield, NJ | 4h03 | 10:13 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:47 AM North Plainfield, NJ | 4h14 | 11:01 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:41 AM North Plainfield, NJ | 4h00 | 11:41 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer |
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Why should you book North Plainfield to Washington trains with Omio?
Amtrak as well as NJ Transit offer trains services from North Plainfield to Washington. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from North Plainfield to Washington.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from North Plainfield to Washington.
Journey information
Overview: Train from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 35 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $122 (€98) but you can travel from only $90 (€72) by bus.
There are 33 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $122 (€98) |
Trains per day 35 |
Direct trains 33 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between North Plainfield, NJ and Washington, DC from $90 (€72). 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from North Plainfield, NJ to Washington, DC
- 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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