The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Worcester, MA
Cheapest price
$121
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
579 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Worcester, MA 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 Worcester, MA will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $121.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Worcester, MA on Sat, Jun 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct trains cover the 579 km distance in an average of 12 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest trains will take 12 h 40 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.
2:00 AM12h40Washington, DC2:40 PMWorcester, MA$1211One-way0 transfers
2:00 AM12h40Washington, DC2:40 PMWorcester, MA$1211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Worcester, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Worcester, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 9h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $231.
Distance: 359 miles (579 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$219 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $380 Average price | $128 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 46m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration Fastest 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 1m Average total duration 11h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 4m 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 Worcester, MA:
A bus is $140 (€113) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Worcester, MA costing on average $219 (€176).
A bus is $300 (€242) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Worcester, MA costing on average $380 (€306).
Other travel options to Worcester, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 16m.
Flight takes on average 11h 1m.
Tickets start at around $219 (€176) compared to roughly $128 (€103) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-91.12 (€-73.36). The journey takes 9h 16m versus 7h 4m 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.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Worcester, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Worcester, MA trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:20 PM Washington, DC | 8h40 | 11:00 PM Worcester, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Washington, DC | 8h40 | 12:00 AM Worcester, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
![]() | 2:00 AM Washington, DC | 12h40 | 2:40 PM Worcester, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Washington, DC to Worcester, MA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Worcester, MA
Trains from Washington, DC to Worcester, MA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€67) but you can travel from only $56 (€45) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 359 miles (579 km) distance in 8h 39m.
Distance 359 miles (579 km) |
Average train duration 9h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€67) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 39m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Worcester, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Worcester, MA from $56 (€45). 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 Worcester, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Worcester, 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 Worcester, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Worcester, 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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