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Compare bus, train, and flight for Rutherford, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rutherford, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 205 miles (330 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price | $32 Average price |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rutherford, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Rutherford, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 74 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 73 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 205 miles (330 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 205 miles (330 km) |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 74 |
Direct trains 73 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 23:42 |
FAQs: Trains from Rutherford, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rutherford, 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 Rutherford, 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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