The cheapest and fastest trains from Staten Island, NY to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Staten Island, NY 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 Staten Island, NY to Washington, DC will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 2 trains that leave Staten Island, NY for Washington, DC on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 309 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 9 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 Staten Island, NY to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Staten Island, NY to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
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€50 Average price | €162 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest |
3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Staten Island, NY to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Staten Island, NY to Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:40 PM Staten Island, NY | 3h05 | 10:45 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 9:20 AM Staten Island, NY | 3h09 | 12:29 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:01 AM Staten Island, NY | 2h58 | 12:59 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Staten Island, NY to Washington, DC by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Staten Island, NY to Washington, DC
Distance 192 miles (309 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 59 |
Direct trains 58 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 23:57 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Staten Island, NY to Washington, DC start from as low as $25 (€20) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $61 (€50) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Amtrak from Staten Island, NY to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Staten Island, NY and Washington, DC from $22 (€18). 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 Staten Island, NY to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Staten Island, NY 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 Staten Island, NY 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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