The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Morris Plains, NJ
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Morris Plains, 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 Morris Plains, NJ will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Morris Plains, NJ on Tue, Jul 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Tue, Jul 14 the slowest trains will take 6 h 45 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.
2:00 AM6h45Washington, DC8:45 AMMorris Plains, NJ$251One-way0 transfers
2:00 AM6h45Washington, DC8:45 AMMorris Plains, NJ$251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Morris Plains, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Morris Plains, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $222.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$99 Average price | $241 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m 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 Morris Plains, NJ:
A bus is $47 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Morris Plains, NJ costing on average $99 (€81).
A bus is $189 (€156) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Morris Plains, NJ costing on average $241 (€198).
Other travel options to Morris Plains, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 0m.
Bus takes on average 4h 13m.
You'll arrive about 55m sooner (3h 0m by train vs 3h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $99 (€81) compared to roughly $44 (€36) 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.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
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.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Morris Plains, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Morris Plains, NJ trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:00 AM Washington, DC | 6h45 | 8:45 AM Morris Plains, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Morris Plains, NJ
Trains from Washington, DC to Morris Plains, NJ run on average 56 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 55 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Trains per day 56 |
Direct trains 55 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Morris Plains, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Morris Plains, NJ from $25 (€21). 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 Morris Plains, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Morris Plains, 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 Morris Plains, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Morris Plains, NJ
Most Washington, DC to Morris Plains, NJ trains use the Union Station to Newark Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Morris Plains, 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 Morris Plains, 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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