The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Toms River, 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 Toms River, NJ will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Toms River, NJ on Wed, Aug 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 19 the direct trains cover the 271 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
On Wed, Aug 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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.
1:15 AM2h29Washington, DC3:44 AMToms River, NJ€151One-way0 transfers
1:15 AM2h29Washington, DC3:44 AMToms River, NJ€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €79.
Distance: 168 miles (271 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€62 Average price | €155 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ:
A bus is €37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ costing on average €62.
A bus is €129 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ costing on average €155.
Other travel options to Toms River, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 36m.
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ trains for today, Monday, August 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:25 AM Washington, DC | 2h21 | 12:46 PM Toms River, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ
Trains from Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 168 miles (271 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 168 miles (271 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Toms River, NJ from €10. 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 Toms River, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Toms River, 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 Toms River, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ
Most Washington, DC to Toms River, NJ trains use the Union Station to Trenton Transit Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Toms River, 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 Toms River, 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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