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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY
Cheapest price
$307
Average price
$307
Fastest journey
12 h 52 m
Average duration
12 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY will cost around $307 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $307.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Amsterdam, NY on Sat, May 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct trains cover the 509 km distance in an average of 12 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 52 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest trains will take 12 h 52 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 AM12h52Washington, DC2:52 PMAmsterdam, NY$3071One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 AM12h52Washington, DC2:52 PMAmsterdam, NY$3071One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $160. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $160, and a flight costs an average of $293.
Distance: 316 miles (509 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$222 Average price | $324 Average price | $179 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 22m Average total duration 12h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 43m Average total duration 18h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY costing on average $222 (€179).
A bus is $145 (€117) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY costing on average $324 (€262).
Other travel options to Amsterdam, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 52m.
Bus takes on average 18h 13m.
Tickets start at around $222 (€179) compared to roughly $81 (€65) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-140.88 (€-113.77). The journey takes 12h 52m versus 6h 20m 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
Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 AM Washington, DC | 12h52 | 2:52 PM Amsterdam, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY
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Trains from Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $136 (€110) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 316 miles (509 km) distance in 12h 52m.
Distance 316 miles (509 km) |
Average train duration 12h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $136 (€110) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 12h 52m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY 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 Amsterdam, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Amsterdam, NY
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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