The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
53
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Parsippany, 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 Parsippany, NJ will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 53 trains that leave Washington, DC for Parsippany, NJ on Sat, Jul 04, 53 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 04 the direct trains cover the 312 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
On Sat, Jul 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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.
126 Northeast Regional3:55 PM2h50Washington Union Station, Washington, DC6:45 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$401One-way0 transfers
168 Northeast Regional3:21 PM2h48Washington Union Station, Washington, DC6:09 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$501One-way0 transfers
168 Northeast Regional3:21 PM3h05Washington Union Station, Washington, DC6:26 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$511One-way0 transfers
168 Northeast Regional3:21 PM3h00Washington Union Station, Washington, DC6:21 PMNewark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ$511One-way0 transfers
106 Northeast Regional1:56 PM2h53Washington Union Station, Washington, DC4:49 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$701One-way0 transfers
2258 NextGen Acela12:55 PM2h23Washington Union Station, Washington, DC3:18 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$1961One-way0 transfers
2260 NextGen Acela2:55 PM2h25Washington Union Station, Washington, DC5:20 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$1291One-way0 transfers
2224 NextGen Acela7:00 PM2h36Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:36 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$5991One-way0 transfers
2252 Acela6:40 AM2h38Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:18 AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1721One-way0 transfers
2208 NextGen Acela9:40 AM2h39Washington Union Station, Washington, DC12:19 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$3221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 193 miles (312 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price | $166 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m 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 Parsippany, NJ:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ costing on average $39 (€32).
A train is $130 (€107) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ costing on average $166 (€136).
Other travel options to Parsippany, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 58m.
Bus takes on average 4h 40m.
The journey is about 56m faster (2h 58m by train vs 3h 54m by car) and roughly $34 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($36 (€29) vs $70 (€57)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2250 Acela | 4:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h40 | 7:30 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 5:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h06 | 8:26 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 5:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 8:21 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 5:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h49 | 8:09 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 6:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h05 | 9:25 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 6:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h50 | 9:10 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ
Trains from Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ run on average 57 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 55 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 193 miles (312 km) distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 193 miles (312 km) |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 57 |
Direct trains 55 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Parsippany, NJ from $18 (€15). 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 Parsippany, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Parsippany, 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 Parsippany, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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