The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 4 trains that leave Washington Union Station, Washington, DC for Newark Station, Newark, DE on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 4 h 28 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.
176 Northeast Regional3:30 PM1h16Washington Union Station, Washington, DC4:46 PMNewark Station, Newark, DE$251One-way0 transfers
184 Northeast Regional1:20 PM1h24Washington Union Station, Washington, DC2:44 PMNewark Station, Newark, DE$411One-way0 transfers
86 Northeast Regional8:50 AM1h22Washington Union Station, Washington, DC10:12 AMNewark Station, Newark, DE$541One-way0 transfers
148 Northeast Regional · 193 Northeast Regional2:55 PM4h28Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:23 PMNewark Station, Newark, DE$591One-way1 transfer
176 Northeast Regional3:30 PM1h16Washington Union Station, Washington, DC4:46 PMNewark Station, Newark, DE$251One-way0 transfers
86 Northeast Regional8:50 AM1h22Washington Union Station, Washington, DC10:12 AMNewark Station, Newark, DE$541One-way0 transfers
184 Northeast Regional1:20 PM1h24Washington Union Station, Washington, DC2:44 PMNewark Station, Newark, DE$411One-way0 transfers
148 Northeast Regional · 193 Northeast Regional2:55 PM4h28Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:23 PMNewark Station, Newark, DE$591One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE costing on average $37 (€30).
Other travel options to Newark Station, Newark, DE take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 0m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (1h 21m by train vs 1h 50m by car). Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $25 (€20) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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120 Northeast Regional | 8:03 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h23 | 9:26 AM Newark Station, Newark, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 2:31 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h24 | 3:55 PM Newark Station, Newark, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
124 Northeast Regional | 8:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h25 | 9:45 PM Newark Station, Newark, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE
Trains from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 8:30 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and Newark Station, Newark, DE from $7 (€6). 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 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE 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 Newark Station, Newark, DE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Station, Newark, DE
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station entrance
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- The station has a single main hall with access to platforms and ticketing.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available

