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Compare train for Washington, DC to Waltham, MA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Waltham, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. 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 bus costs an average of €46, and a train costs an average of €112.
Distance: 387 miles (624 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€133 Average price | €96 Average price | €64 Average price Cheapest |
10h 49m Average total duration 10h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 55m Average total duration 14h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Waltham, MA
Trains from Washington, DC to Waltham, MA run on average 33 times per day, taking around 10h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $141 (€112) but you can travel from only $59 (€46) by bus.
There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 387 miles (624 km) distance in 8h 39m.
Distance 387 miles (624 km) |
Average train duration 10h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $141 (€112) |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 8h 39m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 22:00 |
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Waltham, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Waltham, 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 Waltham, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Waltham, MA
- 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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