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Compare train, flight, and bus for Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $220.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$75 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price | $220 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m 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 Freehold Borough, NJ:
A train is $43 (€35) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ costing on average $118 (€95).
A train is $145 (€117) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ costing on average $220 (€177).
Other travel options to Freehold Borough, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 39m.
Bus takes on average 4h 32m.
You'll arrive about 39m sooner (2h 39m by train vs 3h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $75 (€60) compared to roughly $39 (€32) 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.
Compare prices and tickets Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ by train, flight, or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ
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Trains from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, 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 Freehold Borough, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ
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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