The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to South Amboy, NJ
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$452
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to South Amboy, 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 South Amboy, NJ will cost around $452 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to South Amboy, NJ without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Washington, DC to South Amboy, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to South Amboy, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €208.
Distance: 182 miles (294 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€109 Average price | €208 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest |
3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to South Amboy, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to South Amboy, NJ trains for today, Tuesday, January 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 AM Washington, DC | 3h42 | 8:42 AM South Amboy, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Washington, DC | 3h41 | 9:41 AM South Amboy, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Washington, DC | 3h45 | 10:45 AM South Amboy, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:05 AM Washington, DC | 3h36 | 11:41 AM South Amboy, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Washington, DC | 4h14 | 12:24 PM South Amboy, NJ | 1 transfer |
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Why should you book Washington to South Amboy trains with Omio?
Amtrak as well as Amtrak Acela offer trains services from Washington to South Amboy. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Washington to South Amboy.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Amtrak, but also compare tickets for the likes of Amtrak Acela to find the best option for your trip from Washington to South Amboy.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Amtrak tickets can be bought on Amtrak's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Amtrak Acela to help you choose the right option for your journey from Washington to South Amboy.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Washington to South Amboy.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to South Amboy, NJ
Trains from Washington, DC to South Amboy, NJ run on average 31 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $135 (€109) but you can travel from only $55 (€44) by bus.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $135 (€109) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to South Amboy, NJ trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Washington, DC and South Amboy, NJ from $55 (€44). 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 South Amboy, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to South Amboy, 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 South Amboy, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to South Amboy, NJ
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- 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
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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