The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Montclair, 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 Montclair, NJ will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €180.
Distance: 200 miles (323 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€78 Average price | €180 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:00 AM Washington, DC | 3h52 | 8:52 AM Montclair, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Washington, DC | 3h45 | 9:45 AM Montclair, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Washington, DC | 4h09 | 11:09 AM Montclair, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Washington, DC | 3h59 | 12:09 PM Montclair, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Washington, DC | 3h39 | 1:09 PM Montclair, NJ | 1 transfer |
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Why should you book Washington to Montclair trains with Omio?
Amtrak as well as Amtrak Acela offer trains services from Washington to Montclair. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Washington to Montclair.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Amtrak, but also compare tickets for the likes of Amtrak Acela to find the best option for your trip from Washington to Montclair.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Amtrak tickets can be bought on Amtrak's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Amtrak Acela to help you choose the right option for your journey from Washington to Montclair.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Washington to Montclair.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ
Trains from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ run on average 64 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 (€78) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
There are 64 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 200 miles (323 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 200 miles (323 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€78) |
Trains per day 64 |
Direct trains 64 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 04:09 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Washington, DC and Montclair, NJ from $45 (€36). 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 Montclair, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Montclair, 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 Montclair, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Montclair, 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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