The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Red Bank, NJ
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Red Bank, 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 Red Bank, NJ will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 20 trains that leave Washington, DC for Red Bank, NJ on Thu, Jul 02, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 301 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.
198 Northeast Regional9:15 PM2h57Washington Union Station, Washington, DC12:12 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$441One-way0 transfers
170 Northeast Regional5:05 AM2h47Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:52 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$441One-way0 transfers
130 Northeast Regional6:30 AM2h54Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:24 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$441One-way0 transfers
174 Northeast Regional10:35 AM2h49Washington Union Station, Washington, DC1:24 PMNew Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ$931One-way0 transfers
184 Northeast Regional1:20 PM2h54Washington Union Station, Washington, DC4:14 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$981One-way0 transfers
2112 Acela11:55 AM2h22Washington Union Station, Washington, DC2:17 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$1601One-way0 transfers
2120 NextGen Acela5:05 PM2h25Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:30 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$1601One-way0 transfers
112 Northeast Regional7:45 AM2h46Washington Union Station, Washington, DC10:31 AMNew Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ$1321One-way0 transfers
170 Northeast Regional5:05 AM2h47Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:52 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$441One-way0 transfers
176 Northeast Regional3:30 PM2h48Washington Union Station, Washington, DC6:18 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$981One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Red Bank, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Red Bank, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. 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 $19, and a flight costs an average of $86.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$76 Average price Cheapest | $193 Average price | $80 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m 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 Red Bank, NJ:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Washington, DC to Red Bank, NJ costing on average $80 (€66).
A train is $117 (€96) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Red Bank, NJ costing on average $193 (€159).
Other travel options to Red Bank, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 51m.
Bus takes on average 4h 32m.
You'll arrive about 44m sooner (2h 51m by train vs 3h 35m by car). Tickets start at around $76 (€63) compared to roughly $42 (€34) 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, 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 Red Bank, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Red Bank, NJ trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 PM Washington, DC | 2h44 | 11:09 PM Red Bank, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
170 Northeast Regional | 5:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h47 | 7:52 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
130 Northeast Regional | 6:30 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h54 | 9:24 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 7:06 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h59 | 10:05 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
112 Northeast Regional | 7:45 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h46 | 10:31 AM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 8:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h50 | 11:40 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 10:35 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h49 | 1:24 PM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 10:35 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 1:36 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
84 Northeast Regional | 11:06 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h52 | 1:58 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Red Bank, NJ
Trains from Washington, DC to Red Bank, NJ run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Red Bank, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Red Bank, NJ from $19 (€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 Red Bank, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Red Bank, 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 Red Bank, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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