The cheapest and fastest trains from Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$182
Average price
$345
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
76
Distance
331 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $345 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $182.
Of the 76 trains that leave Weehawken, NJ for Washington, DC on Thu, Apr 02, 76 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 331 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.
111 Northeast Regional4:50 AM3h36Penn Station, New York, NY8:26 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1821One-way0 transfers
181 Northeast Regional6:01 AM3h05Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ9:06 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1821One-way0 transfers
111 Northeast Regional5:06 AM3h20Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ8:26 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1821One-way0 transfers
181 Northeast Regional5:45 AM3h21Penn Station, New York, NY9:06 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2291One-way0 transfers
113 Northeast Regional6:32 AM3h23Penn Station, New York, NY9:55 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2291One-way0 transfers
2109 Acela8:17 AM2h41Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ10:58 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4221One-way0 transfers
2155 NextGen Acela11:15 AM2h42Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ1:57 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$3581One-way0 transfers
2121 NextGen Acela2:30 PM2h42Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ5:12 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4221One-way0 transfers
2107 NextGen Acela6:44 AM2h43Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ9:27 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$3581One-way0 transfers
2163 NextGen Acela3:15 PM2h43Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ5:58 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $157.
Distance: 205 miles (331 km)
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$59 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $197 Average price |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:50 AM Weehawken, NJ | 3h32 | 1:22 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 61 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 60 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 205 miles (331 km) distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 205 miles (331 km) |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 61 |
Direct trains 60 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 4:09 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Weehawken, NJ and Washington, DC from $24 (€20). 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 Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Weehawken, NJ to Washington, DC
- 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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