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Compare train and flight for Washington, DC to Lakewood, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Lakewood, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $45, while a flight costs an average of $140.
Distance: 171 miles (276 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $140 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Lakewood, NJ:
A train is $95 (€77) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Lakewood, NJ costing on average $140 (€113).
Other travel options to Lakewood, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 21m.
You'll arrive about 1h 0m sooner (2h 21m by train vs 3h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $40 (€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 Lakewood, NJ by train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Lakewood, NJ
Trains from Washington, DC to Lakewood, NJ run on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 171 miles (276 km) distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 171 miles (276 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Lakewood, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Lakewood, NJ from $45 (€37). 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 Lakewood, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Lakewood, NJ
Most Washington, DC to Lakewood, NJ trains use the Union Station to Trenton Transit Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, 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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