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Compare train for Washington, DC to Watertown, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Watertown, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $880. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $880, and a train costs an average of $880.
Distance: 356 miles (573 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$880 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
52h 51m Average total duration Fastest 52h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $880 (€725) compared to roughly $87 (€72) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-793.39 (€-653.71). The journey takes 52h 21m versus 6h 59m 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 Watertown, NY
Trains from Washington, DC to Watertown, NY run on average 1 times per day, taking around 52h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $880 (€725) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 16:39, the last at 16:39. The fastest train covers the 356 miles (573 km) distance in 52h 21m.
Distance 356 miles (573 km) |
Average train duration 52h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $880 (€725) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 52h 21m |
First train 4:39 PM |
Last train 4:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Watertown, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Watertown, 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 Watertown, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Watertown, NY
Most Washington, DC to Watertown, NY trains use the Union Station to Watertown, Bradley Street (Subway) station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Watertown, NY 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 Watertown, NY 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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