The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth, NH to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$129
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
16 h 4 m
Average duration
16 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
702 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth, NH 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 Portsmouth, NH to Washington, DC will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $129.
Of the 1 trains that leave Portsmouth, NH for Washington, DC on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 702 km distance in an average of 16 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 h 4 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 16 h 4 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Portsmouth, NH to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth, NH to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $81, and a train costs an average of $129.
Distance: 436 miles (702 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$149 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest | $91 Average price |
10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Portsmouth, NH to Washington, DC by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth, NH to Washington, DC
Trains from Portsmouth, NH to Washington, DC run on average 16 times per day, taking around 9h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $129 (€105) but you can travel from only $81 (€66) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 436 miles (702 km) distance in 15h 39m.
Distance 436 miles (702 km) |
Average train duration 9h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $129 (€105) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 15h 39m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Thu |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portsmouth, NH to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portsmouth, NH and Washington, DC from $81 (€66). 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 Portsmouth, NH to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth, NH 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 Portsmouth, NH 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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