The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, NJ
Cheapest price on Sep 16
$96
Average ticket price on Sep 16
$96
Fastest journey on Sep 16
2 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 16
2 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 16
1
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, 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 Point Pleasant, NJ will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
On Wed, Sep 16, we found 1 trains from Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, NJ, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 16 the direct trains cover the 287 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Wed, Sep 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
9:05 AM2h47Washington, DC11:52 AMPoint Pleasant, NJ$961One-way0 transfers
9:05 AM2h47Washington, DC11:52 AMPoint Pleasant, NJ$961One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $189 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $189, while a flight costs an average of $539.
Distance: 178 miles (287 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$189 Average price Cheapest | $539 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 28m 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 Point Pleasant, NJ:
A train is $350 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, NJ costing on average $539.
Other travel options to Point Pleasant, NJ take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 17m.
You'll arrive about 36m sooner (2h 52m by train vs 3h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $189 compared to roughly $41 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.
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 Point Pleasant, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, NJ trains for today, Tuesday, September 15. 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 PM Washington, DC | 4h38 | 6:38 PM Point Pleasant, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:05 PM Washington, DC | 4h57 | 7:02 PM Point Pleasant, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Washington, DC | 5h05 | 8:05 PM Point Pleasant, NJ | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Washington, DC | 5h05 | 8:05 PM Point Pleasant, NJ | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, NJ
Trains from Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, NJ run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (287 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 178 miles (287 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Point Pleasant, NJ from $25. 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 Point Pleasant, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, 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 Point Pleasant, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, NJ
Most Washington, DC to Point Pleasant, NJ trains use the Union Station to Metropark Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Point Pleasant, 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 Point Pleasant, 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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