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Lyndhurst Mansion
A Gothic Revival estate house museum on the Hudson River, known for its architecture, art, and landscaped grounds. One of Tarrytown’s signature historic attractions.
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$114
Fastest journey
9 h 43 m
Average duration
10 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
363 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Tarrytown, NY 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 Tarrytown, NY will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
Of the 2 trains that leave Washington, DC for Tarrytown, NY on Fri, Jul 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 363 km distance in an average of 10 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 43 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 10 h 43 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Tarrytown, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 225 miles (363 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$83 Average price | $171 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m 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 Tarrytown, NY:
A bus is $30 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Tarrytown, NY costing on average $83 (€69).
A bus is $117 (€97) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Tarrytown, NY costing on average $171 (€141).
Other travel options to Tarrytown, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 10m.
Bus takes on average 6h 13m.
Tickets start at around $83 (€69) compared to roughly $51 (€42) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-32.53 (€-26.80). The journey takes 6h 10m versus 4h 20m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Tarrytown, NY trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 2. 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 AM Washington, DC | 10h43 | 12:43 PM Tarrytown, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 AM Washington, DC | 9h43 | 12:43 PM Tarrytown, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Washington, DC to Tarrytown, NY run on average 39 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 225 miles (363 km) distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 225 miles (363 km) |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 39 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 3:00 AM |
Last train 10:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Tarrytown — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tarrytown trip today.
A Gothic Revival estate house museum on the Hudson River, known for its architecture, art, and landscaped grounds. One of Tarrytown’s signature historic attractions.
Historic home museum of author Washington Irving, set along the Hudson with romantic cottage architecture and literary significance.
Grand historic house museum and art-filled estate with formal gardens, sculpture, and Hudson views. One of the region’s most prestigious cultural visits.
The central village street lined with historic buildings, shops, and a walkable small-town atmosphere. A useful base for exploring Tarrytown on foot.
A popular riverside park with open lawns, public art, and broad Hudson views. Especially attractive for sunset walks and casual time outdoors.
A scenic waterfront walking path along the Hudson, popular for river views, photography, and easy strolls between historic sites.
Thin-crust pizza sold by the slice or pie, a defining everyday food of the New York metro area and common in Tarrytown.
A classic downstate New York breakfast of a chewy bagel topped with smoked salmon, cream cheese, capers, and onion.
Fresh-pressed cider reflects the orchard traditions of the Hudson Valley and is especially associated with autumn in Westchester County.
Destination fine-dining restaurant in nearby Pocantico Hills, known for hyper-seasonal Hudson Valley ingredients and an elegant farm-focused experience.
Popular Tarrytown restaurant and bar serving New American dishes, craft beer, and comfort food in a relaxed, lively setting.
Well-known local bistro offering Mediterranean and Italian-influenced dishes, seafood, pasta, and a polished but approachable atmosphere.
Prices are high for a small Hudson Valley town, especially for hotels and dining, though casual meals and coffee are manageable by New York area standards.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants before or after tax depending on preference. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up or tip 10-15% for taxis, and tip hotel staff for service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Tarrytown, NY 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 Tarrytown, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Washington, DC to Tarrytown, NY trains use the Union Station to Cronton-Harmon Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Tarrytown, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
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 storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
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