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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Somerville, 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 Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 1 trains that leave Somerville, NJ for Washington, DC on Sat, May 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 09 the direct trains cover the 279 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
On Sat, May 09 the slowest trains will take 2 h 38 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.
2:00 AM2h38Somerville, NJ4:38 AMWashington, DC$891One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 AM2h38Somerville, NJ4:38 AMWashington, DC$891One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $206.
Distance: 173 miles (279 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $206 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC costing on average $26 (€21).
A train is $184 (€147) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC costing on average $206 (€165).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 10m.
Train takes on average 6h 57m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $41 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€15). The journey takes 6h 57m versus 3h 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4:30 AM Somerville, NJ | 3h54 | 8:24 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 5:34 AM Somerville, NJ | 3h49 | 9:23 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 6:19 AM Somerville, NJ | 4h12 | 10:31 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC
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Trains from Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 24 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (279 km) distance in 6h 57m.
Distance 173 miles (279 km) |
Average train duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 6h 57m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Somerville, 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 Somerville, NJ to Washington, DC
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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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