The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to New City, NY
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
4 h 28 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to New City, NY 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 City, NY will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for New City, NY on Mon, Jan 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 12 the direct trains cover the 361 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 28 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the slowest trains will take 4 h 28 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 New City, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to New City, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €57.
Distance: 224 miles (361 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€62 Average price Cheapest | €167 Average price | €82 Average price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to New City, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to New City, NY trains for tomorrow, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:15 PM Washington, DC | 4h28 | 9:43 PM New City, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to New City, NY
Trains from Washington, DC to New City, NY run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 224 miles (361 km) distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 224 miles (361 km) |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 4h 14m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 22:16 |
Train companies: Amtrak Acela, Amtrak from Washington, DC to New City, NY trainsAmtrak Acela, Amtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and New City, NY from $40 (€32). 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 City, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to New City, NY 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 City, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to New City, NY
- 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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