The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford, CT to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$263
Average price
$263
Fastest journey
4 h 47 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford, CT 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 Stratford, CT to Washington, DC will cost around $263 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $263.
It's difficult to get from Stratford, CT to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stratford, CT to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford, CT to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. 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 bus costs an average of €46, and a flight costs an average of €32.
Distance: 260 miles (419 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€84 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest | €166 Average price |
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 35m Average total duration 11h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stratford, CT to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford, CT to Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:32 AM Stratford, CT | 5h07 | 3:39 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford, CT to Washington, DC
Trains from Stratford, CT to Washington, DC run on average 41 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) but you can travel from only $41 (€32) by flight.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 260 miles (419 km) distance in 5h 7m.
Distance 260 miles (419 km) |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Trains per day 41 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Stratford, CT to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Stratford, CT and Washington, DC from $41 (€32). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Metro-North Railroad (MNR)
FAQs: Trains from Stratford, CT to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford, CT 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 Stratford, CT 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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