The cheapest and fastest trains from Perth Amboy, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
6 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perth Amboy, 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 Perth Amboy, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 1 trains that leave Perth Amboy, NJ for Washington, DC on Tue, May 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 297 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 57 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 57 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.
3:57 AM6h57Perth Amboy, NJ10:54 AMWashington, DC$961One-way0 transfers
3:57 AM6h57Perth Amboy, NJ10:54 AMWashington, DC$961One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Perth Amboy, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Perth Amboy, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $76.
Distance: 184 miles (297 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $202 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Perth Amboy, NJ to Washington, DC:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perth Amboy, NJ to Washington, DC costing on average $68 (€55).
A bus is $163 (€132) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Perth Amboy, NJ to Washington, DC costing on average $202 (€163).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 49m.
Bus takes on average 3h 40m.
Compare prices and tickets Perth Amboy, NJ to Washington, DC by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Perth Amboy, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Perth Amboy, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 184 miles (297 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 184 miles (297 km) |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Perth Amboy, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Perth Amboy, NJ and Washington, DC from $19 (€15). 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 Perth Amboy, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perth Amboy, 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 Perth Amboy, 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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