How to travel from New London, CT to Washington, DC

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Compare train and flight for New London, CT to Washington, DC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New London, CT to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €216 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €216, while a flight costs an average of €484.

Distance: 311 miles (501 km)

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€216

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€484

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€86

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7h 34m

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6h 24m

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4h 24m

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6h 47m

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0.1 - 0.5kg

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1.5 - 3.0kg

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Compare ways to travel from New London, CT to Washington, DC

Compare the available ways to get from New London, CT to Washington, DC, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from New London, CT to Washington, DC is a train with an average price of €216.

This is compared to other travel options from New London, CT to Washington, DC:

A train is €268 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New London, CT to Washington, DC costing on average €484.

The fastest way to travel from New London, CT to Washington, DC is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 24m.

Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between New London, CT and Washington, DC including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from New London, CT to Washington, DC among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €216 compared to roughly €86 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€130. The journey takes 7h 4m versus 6h 47m 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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How to get from New London, CT to Washington, DC by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from New London, CT to Washington, DC is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from New London, CT to Washington, DC

Travel to Washington, DC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from New London, CT to Washington, DC.

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There are 2 options to travel between New London, CT and Washington, DC including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from New London, CT to Washington, DC is a train with an average price of €216.

This is compared to other travel options from New London, CT to Washington, DC:

A train is €268 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New London, CT to Washington, DC costing on average €484.

The fastest way to travel from New London, CT to Washington, DC is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 24m.

Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 34m.

The distance from New London, CT to Washington, DC is approximately 311 miles (501 km).
The average frequency per day from New London, CT to Washington, DC is:
  • Around 71 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between New London, CT and Washington, DC as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from New London, CT to Washington, DC:
  • Flights mostly depart from T. F. Green International Airport and arrive in Ronald Reagan National Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from New London Union Station, New London, CT and arrive in Washington Union Station, Washington, DC.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from New London, CT to Washington, DC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Washington, DC by train.
  • Travel with United, American Airlines, psa airlines, Republic Airlines, JetBlue Airways, piedmont airlines, skywest airlines to go to Washington, DC by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from New London, CT to Washington, DC with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 11 direct flights per day with United, American Airlines, psa airlines, Republic Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from New London, CT to Washington, DC often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Miami, FL. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Washington, DC and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Washington, DC to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Washington, DC, you can discover the National Gallery of Art, stroll through the historic Georgetown neighborhood, visit the world's largest library at the Library of Congress, explore the vibrant Eastern Market, and enjoy a performance at the Kennedy Center. Key sights include the National Mall, the White House, the United States Capitol, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Lincoln Memorial.
To explore Washington, DC's main attractions such as the National Mall, museums, and monuments, a stay of three to four days is recommended.

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