The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Kingston, RI
Cheapest price
$191
Average price
$381
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
549 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Kingston, RI 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 Kingston, RI will cost around $381 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $191.
Of the 5 trains that leave Washington, DC for Kingston, RI on Fri, Feb 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct trains cover the 549 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest trains will take 10 h 53 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.
66 Northeast Regional
6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional
172 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional
170 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional
170 Northeast Regional
172 Northeast Regional
6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional
66 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Kingston, RI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Kingston, RI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €93. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €93, and a flight costs an average of €66.
Distance: 341 miles (549 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€117 Average price | €156 Average price | €96 Average price Cheapest |
7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 7m Average total duration 13h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Kingston, RI train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Kingston, RI trains for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
172 Northeast Regional | 12:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h01 | 7:11 PM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 1:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h48 | 8:38 PM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 3:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h06 | 10:41 PM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 9:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h06 | 4:08 AM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 6 | |||||
66 Northeast Regional | 3:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 10h53 | 1:53 PM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional | 8:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h38 | 3:58 PM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Kingston, RI
Trains from Washington, DC to Kingston, RI run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€75) but you can travel from only $83 (€66) by flight.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 341 miles (549 km) distance in 7h 38m.
Distance 341 miles (549 km) |
Average train duration 6h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€75) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 7h 38m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Kingston, RI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Kingston, RI from $83 (€66). 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 Kingston, RI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Kingston, RI 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 Kingston, RI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Kingston, RI
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, with both short-term and long-term options.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Fairfield Inn & Suites South Kingstown
- Hampton Inn South Kingstown
- Holiday Inn South Kingstown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single main hall with access to platforms and waiting areas.
- Bus: RIPTA Route 66
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