The cheapest and fastest trains from Raritan, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$202
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Raritan, 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 Raritan, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $202 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
It's difficult to get from Raritan, NJ to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Raritan, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Raritan, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €140. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €140, and a train costs an average of €102.
Distance: 172 miles (277 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€289 Average price | €140 Average price Cheapest |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Raritan, NJ to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Raritan, NJ to Washington, DC trains for today, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:29 AM Raritan, NJ | 3h55 | 8:24 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:07 AM Raritan, NJ | 4h16 | 9:23 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:20 AM Raritan, NJ | 4h11 | 10:31 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:41 AM Raritan, NJ | 4h20 | 11:01 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:19 AM Raritan, NJ | 4h22 | 11:41 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Raritan, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Raritan, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 30 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $128 (€102) if you book in advance.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (277 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 172 miles (277 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $128 (€102) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Raritan, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Raritan, NJ and Washington, DC from $128 (€102). 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 Raritan, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Raritan, 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 Raritan, 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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