The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ
Cheapest price
CHF20
Average price
CHF20
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
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 CHF20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF20.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Parsippany, NJ on Wed, Aug 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 19 the direct trains cover the 312 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
On Wed, Aug 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 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.
1:15 AM3h11Washington, DC4:26 AMParsippany, NJCHF201One-way0 transfers
1:15 AM3h11Washington, DC4:26 AMParsippany, NJCHF201One-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 CHF15. 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 CHF15, and a flight costs an average of CHF58.
Distance: 193 miles (312 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
CHF30 Average price Cheapest | CHF32 Average price | CHF137 Average price | CHF57 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 CHF2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ costing on average CHF32.
A train is CHF107 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ costing on average CHF137.
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 CHF28 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF30 vs CHF57). 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, Tuesday, August 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:15 AM Washington, DC | 3h11 | 4:26 AM Parsippany, 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 CHF15 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 CHF15 |
Trains per day 57 |
Direct trains 55 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Parsippany, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Parsippany, NJ from CHF15. 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.

popular train stations
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.
Most popular train connections from Washington, DC
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