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Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Westwood, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Westwood, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 381 miles (614 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$129 Average price | $272 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest |
9h 14m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 4m Average total duration 13h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Westwood, MA:
A bus is $64 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Westwood, MA costing on average $129 (€105).
A bus is $208 (€170) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Westwood, MA costing on average $272 (€223).
Other travel options to Westwood, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 44m.
Bus takes on average 13h 34m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Westwood, MA
Trains from Washington, DC to Westwood, MA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 8h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€68) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 381 miles (614 km) distance in 7h 46m.
Distance 381 miles (614 km) |
Average train duration 8h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€68) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 7h 46m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Westwood, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Westwood, MA from $53 (€43). 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 Westwood, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Westwood, 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 Westwood, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Westwood, MA
Most Washington, DC to Westwood, MA trains use the Union Station to Route 128/University Park Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Westwood, MA 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 Westwood, MA 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.
Which Westwood, MA station do trains from Washington, DC arrive at?
Getting to Route 128/University Park Station from Westwood city centre
Route 128/University Park Station is 6 km from Westwood city centre. Public transport options include:
Route 128/University Park Station train station facilities and services
Route 128/University Park Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Not Your Average Joe's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Route 128/University Park Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Route 128/University Park Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Route 128/University Park Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Route 128/University Park Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
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