The cheapest and fastest trains from Waldwick, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$227
Fastest journey
4 h 17 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Waldwick, 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 Waldwick, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $227 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
It's difficult to get from Waldwick, NJ to Washington, DC without transferring at least 2 times.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Waldwick, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waldwick, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €119. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €119, and a train costs an average of €103.
Distance: 212 miles (342 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€289 Average price | €121 Average price Cheapest |
5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Waldwick, NJ to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Waldwick, NJ to Washington, DC trains for today, Friday, January 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2159 Acela | 6:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h56 | 8:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
240 Empire Service · 85 Northeast Regional | 6:16 PM Yonkers Station, Yonkers, NY | 5h18 | 11:34 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
2159 Acela | 6:17 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h41 | 8:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
133 Northeast Regional | 6:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h13 | 10:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 7:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h47 | 10:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 7:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h23 | 10:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
133 Northeast Regional | 7:06 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h56 | 10:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2121 Acela | 7:15 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h53 | 10:08 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 7:19 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h06 | 10:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 7:20 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h27 | 10:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 7:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h50 | 11:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2121 Acela | 7:30 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h38 | 10:08 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 7:53 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h27 | 11:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2163 Acela | 8:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h53 | 10:53 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 8:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h29 | 11:34 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
284 Empire Service · 193 Northeast Regional | 8:11 PM Yonkers Station, Yonkers, NY | 5h39 | 1:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
284 Empire Service+ 2167 Acela | 8:11 PM Yonkers Station, Yonkers, NY | 4h45 | 12:56 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
284 Empire Service · 129 Northeast Regional | 8:11 PM Yonkers Station, Yonkers, NY | 4h50 | 1:01 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
2163 Acela | 8:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h38 | 10:53 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 8:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h12 | 11:34 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 9:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h23 | 12:28 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 9:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h06 | 12:28 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 9:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h37 | 1:01 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 9:41 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h20 | 1:01 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
290 Ethan Allen Express · 137 Northeast Regional | 9:50 PM Yonkers Station, Yonkers, NY | 5h03 | 2:53 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
2167 Acela | 10:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h56 | 12:56 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
193 Northeast Regional | 10:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h23 | 1:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
193 Northeast Regional | 10:44 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h06 | 1:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
197 Northeast Regional | 11:06 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h19 | 2:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
197 Northeast Regional | 11:23 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h02 | 2:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 11:25 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h28 | 2:53 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 11:42 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h11 | 2:53 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 11:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h17 | 3:02 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 3 | |||||
55 Vermonter | 12:03 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h59 | 3:02 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 12:41 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h26 | 4:07 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 12:58 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h09 | 4:07 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
68 Adirondack · 65 Northeast Regional | 2:42 AM Yonkers Station, Yonkers, NY | 8h47 | 11:29 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
68 Adirondack · 65 Northeast Regional · 151 Northeast Regional | 2:42 AM Yonkers Station, Yonkers, NY | 9h51 | 12:33 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2 transfers | |
64 Maple Leaf · 65 Northeast Regional | 2:42 AM Yonkers Station, Yonkers, NY | 8h47 | 11:29 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
65 Northeast Regional | 4:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h06 | 11:29 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 4:42 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h47 | 11:29 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:34 AM Waldwick, NJ | 4h20 | 10:54 AM Washington, DC | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:34 AM Waldwick, NJ | 4h22 | 11:56 AM Washington, DC | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:34 AM Waldwick, NJ | 4h24 | 12:58 PM Washington, DC | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:34 AM Waldwick, NJ | 4h51 | 2:25 PM Washington, DC | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:23 AM Waldwick, NJ | 4h30 | 2:53 PM Washington, DC | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Waldwick, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Waldwick, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 64 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $129 (€103) if you book in advance.
There are 55 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 212 miles (342 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 212 miles (342 km) |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $129 (€103) |
Trains per day 64 |
Direct trains 55 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 04:09 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: NJ Transit from Waldwick, NJ to Washington, DC trainsNJ Transit trains will get you between Waldwick, NJ and Washington, DC from $129 (€103). 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 Waldwick, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waldwick, 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 Waldwick, 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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