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Compare train and flight for Washington, DC to Salem, MA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Salem, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €55.

Distance: 406 miles (655 km)

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Most popular Train	Flight
€98 Average price Cheapest	€157 Average price
8h 17m Average total duration 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Salem, MA

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Trains from Washington, DC to Salem, MA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 7h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

406 miles (655 km)

Average train duration

7h 47m

Cheapest ticket price

$59 (€48)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

8h 13m

First train

05:00

Last train

22:00

Price information

Train providers: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to Salem, MA trains

Find the best trains to Salem, MA from Washington, DC with Omio's travel partners Amtrak and Amtrak Acela from $131 (€106). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Washington, DC to Salem, MA train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 8 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: $131

Amtrak Acela is a high-speed train service operated by Amtrak, the national rail operator of the United States. It operates along the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D.C. and Boston, Massachusetts, with stops in major cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, and New York City. The Acela Express is the fastest train in the Amtrak fleet, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The most popular routes for Amtrak Acela are Washington, D.C. to New York City, New York City to Boston, and Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to Salem, MA train information:

Average Duration: 6 h 46 min
Cheapest Price: $249

FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Salem, MA

FAQs: Travel by train from Washington, DC to Salem, MA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Washington, DC to Salem, MA.

Cheap train tickets from Washington, DC to Salem, MA can start from as little as $73 (€59) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Washington, DC to Salem, MA is $162 (€131); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Washington, DC to Salem, MA is on average 6 h 44 min for the 406 mile (655 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Salem, MA from Washington, DC by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Washington, DC to Salem, MA leaves at 4: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Washington, DC to Salem, MA leaves at 10: 00 PM.

There are 17 trains a day from Washington, DC to Salem, MA which require at least one change with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Salem, MA. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to Salem, MA.

For the best Washington, DC to Salem, MA train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Washington, DC to Salem, MA to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 00 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Washington, DC to Salem, MA by train is July.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Washington, DC and Salem, MA including taking a flight or train.