The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Long Branch, NJ
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Long Branch, 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 Long Branch, NJ will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Long Branch, NJ on Wed, Dec 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 24 the direct trains cover the 304 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Wed, Dec 24 the slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Washington, DC to Long Branch, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Long Branch, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €46.
Distance: 188 miles (304 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€74 Average price | €122 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Long Branch, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Long Branch, NJ trains for today, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:50 PM Washington, DC | 2h50 | 3:40 PM Long Branch, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Long Branch, NJ
Trains from Washington, DC to Long Branch, NJ run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€28) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€28) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to Long Branch, NJ trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Washington, DC and Long Branch, NJ from $32 (€26). 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 Long Branch, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Long Branch, 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 Long Branch, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Long Branch, NJ
- 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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