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Compare bus for Washington, DC to Somerville, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Somerville, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $78 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 10h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, while a bus costs an average of $78.
Distance: 393 miles (634 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$78 Average price Cheapest | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 17m Average total duration Fastest 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Somerville, MA:
A bus is $198 (€161) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Somerville, MA costing on average $276 (€225).
A bus is $593 (€485) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Somerville, MA costing on average $671 (€549).
Other travel options to Somerville, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 57m.
Bus takes on average 9h 47m.
Tickets start at around $276 (€225) compared to roughly $89 (€73) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-186.77 (€-152.65). The journey takes 7h 57m versus 7h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Somerville, MA
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Trains from Washington, DC to Somerville, MA run on average 32 times per day, taking around 7h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $135 (€111) but you can travel from only $76 (€62) by bus.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 393 miles (634 km) distance in 6h 33m.
Distance 393 miles (634 km) |
Average train duration 7h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $135 (€111) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 6h 33m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Somerville, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Somerville, MA 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 Somerville, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Somerville, MA
Most Washington, DC to Somerville, MA trains use the Union Station to Back Bay Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Somerville, MA 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 Somerville, MA 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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