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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$19
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$19
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, 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 Freehold Borough, NJ will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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.
10:25 AM2h31Washington, DC12:56 PMFreehold Borough, NJ$191One-way0 transfers
- 10:25 AM2h31Washington, DC12:56 PMFreehold Borough, NJ$191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight 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 an average ticket price of $59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, while a flight costs an average of $331.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$59 Average price Cheapest | $331 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m 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 $272 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ costing on average $331.
Other travel options to Freehold Borough, NJ take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 17m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (2h 47m by train vs 3h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $59 compared to roughly $39 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 bus, train, or flight
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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 21 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 if you book in advance.
There are 21 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 21m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ
Most Washington, DC to Freehold Borough, NJ trains use the Union Station to Metropark Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Freehold Borough, 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 Freehold Borough, 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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