The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to New Carrollton, MD
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to New Carrollton, MD 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 New Carrollton, MD will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for New Carrollton, MD on Sat, Jun 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Sat, Jun 27 the slowest trains will take 11 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.
2:15 AM0h11Washington, DC2:26 AMNew Carrollton, MD$71One-way0 transfers
2:15 AM0h11Washington, DC2:26 AMNew Carrollton, MD$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Washington, DC to New Carrollton, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to New Carrollton, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 9 miles (16 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to New Carrollton, MD:
A train is $4 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Washington, DC to New Carrollton, MD costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to New Carrollton, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 27m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (11m by train vs 28m by car). Tickets start at around $7 (€5) compared to roughly $3 (€3) 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 New Carrollton, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to New Carrollton, MD trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:15 AM Washington, DC | 0h11 | 10:26 AM New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 2:15 AM Washington, DC | 0h11 | 2:26 AM New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to New Carrollton, MD
Trains from Washington, DC to New Carrollton, MD run on average 13 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (16 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 9 miles (16 km) |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 6:11 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to New Carrollton, MD trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and New Carrollton, MD from $6 (€5). 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 New Carrollton, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to New Carrollton, MD 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 New Carrollton, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to New Carrollton, MD
- 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 with several lots around the station, open 24/7
- Golden Pavilion Restaurant
- Mid-Atlantic Seafood
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- $0.50
- Courtyard by Marriott New Carrollton
- Metro Points Hotel
- Days Inn by Wyndham Lanham
- Located in the main hall
- 35 places, not covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Amtrak and MARC platforms
- Hall 2: Metro platform
- Hall 3: Bus connections
- Metro: Orange Line
- Bus: WMATA Metrobus, TheBus, Greyhound
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