Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Elmwood Park, NJ
Take a train from Washington, DC to Elmwood Park, NJ and enjoy the approximately 207 miles (334 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 75 trains per day.
Distance 207 miles (334 km) |
Trains per day 75 |
Direct trains 75 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Elmwood Park, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Elmwood Park, NJ
Most Washington, DC to Elmwood Park, NJ trains use the Union Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, 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.
Most popular train connections from Washington, DC
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