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Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Cambridge, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Cambridge, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $97.
Distance: 392 miles (632 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$156 Average price | $154 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest |
8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 39m Average total duration 13h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Cambridge, MA
Trains from Washington, DC to Cambridge, MA run on average 31 times per day, taking around 8h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 (€79) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by bus.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 392 miles (632 km) distance in 11h 58m.
Distance 392 miles (632 km) |
Average train duration 8h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€79) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 11h 58m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest month Feb |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Best day to book ahead 7 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Cambridge, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Cambridge, MA from $48 (€39). 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, DC to Cambridge, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Cambridge, MA
- 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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