The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ 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 Clifton, NJ will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Clifton, NJ on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 328 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 34 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.
3:20 PM3h34Washington, DC6:54 PMClifton, NJ$951One-way0 transfers
3:20 PM3h34Washington, DC6:54 PMClifton, NJ$951One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $174.
Distance: 203 miles (328 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$80 Average price | $207 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m 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 Clifton, NJ:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ costing on average $80 (€65).
A bus is $169 (€139) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ costing on average $207 (€169).
Other travel options to Clifton, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 8m.
Bus takes on average 5h 23m.
You'll arrive about 49m sooner (3h 8m by train vs 3h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $80 (€65) compared to roughly $47 (€38) 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.
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, DC to Clifton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:20 PM Washington, DC | 3h34 | 6:54 PM Clifton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ
Trains from Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ run on average 71 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 70 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 203 miles (328 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 203 miles (328 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 71 |
Direct trains 70 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 3:00 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Clifton, NJ from $19 (€16). 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 Clifton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ 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 Clifton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ
Most Washington, DC to Clifton, NJ trains use the Union Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Clifton, NJ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do trains to Clifton, NJ leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Washington city centre
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
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