How to travel from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, while a flight costs an average of $508.

Distance: 201 miles (325 km)

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$508

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$204

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$53

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5h 10m

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3h 10m

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5h 13m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ is a bus with an average price of $53 (€45).

This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ:

A bus is $151 (€126) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ costing on average $204 (€171).

A bus is $454 (€380) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ costing on average $508 (€425).

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Jersey City, NJ take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 10m.

Bus takes on average 5h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Washington, DC and Jersey City, NJ including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ among Omio's users.

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from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ

How to get from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:30 PM4h05
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    6:35 PMNewark, Penn Station
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:30 PM4h05
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    6:35 PMNewark, Penn Station
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • UnitedUA1998
    6:45 AM1h14
    Dulles International Airport
    7:59 AMNewark Liberty International Airport
    $3391One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:10 AM4h15
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    5:25 AMNewark, Penn Station
    $251One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:35 AM4h50
    Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn), VA
    5:25 AMNewark, Penn Station
    $251One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:35 AM5h00
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    3:35 PMNewark, Penn Station
    $251One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA2967
    5:09 PM1h25
    Ronald Reagan National Airport
    6:34 PMLaGuardia Airport
    $2091One-way
    0 transfers
  • Republic AirlinesAA4403
    6:59 AM1h30
    Ronald Reagan National Airport
    8:29 AMLaGuardia Airport
    $2091One-way
    0 transfers
  • Republic AirlinesAA4546
    12:07 PM1h31
    Ronald Reagan National Airport
    1:38 PMLaGuardia Airport
    $2091One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ

Travel to Jersey City, NJ 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 Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ.

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There are 3 options to travel between Washington, DC and Jersey City, NJ including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ is a bus with an average price of $53 (€45).

This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ:

A bus is $151 (€126) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ costing on average $204 (€171).

A bus is $454 (€380) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ costing on average $508 (€425).

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Jersey City, NJ take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 10m.

Bus takes on average 5h 13m.

The distance from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ is approximately 201 miles (325 km).
The average frequency per day from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ is:
  • Around 86 flights per day.
  • Around 72 trains per day.
  • Around 30 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport and arrive in Newark Liberty International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and arrive in Penn Station, New York, NY.
  • Buses mostly depart from Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and arrive in Newark, Penn Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with American Airlines, Republic Airlines, United, JetBlue Airways, psa airlines to go to Jersey City, NJ by flight.
  • Travel with CoachRun, Infobus, Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Jersey City, NJ by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak to go to Jersey City, NJ by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ with the following travel companies:
  • 29 direct flights per day with Republic Airlines, United, JetBlue Airways, psa airlines.
  • 19 direct buses per day with CoachRun, Infobus, Greyhound, FlixBus.
  • 72 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Washington, DC to Jersey City, NJ often also extend their vacation to go to Boston, MA, Philadelphia, PA, Baltimore, MD, Atlantic City, NJ, Dallas, TX. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Jersey City, NJ and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Jersey City, NJ to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Jersey City, NJ, you can explore cultural and artistic experiences at Mana Contemporary, shop and dine at Newport Centre, and enjoy the scenic Jersey City Waterfront with its views of the Manhattan skyline. For outdoor activities, visit the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway or play a round at Liberty National Golf Club. Discover historical and cultural sights at Liberty State Park, the interactive Liberty Science Center, and the Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal. Don't miss the Jersey City Museum and the iconic Colgate Clock on the waterfront.
A visit of 2 to 3 days in Jersey City, NJ, is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including Liberty State Park, the Liberty Science Center, and the vibrant local dining scene, while also enjoying views of the Manhattan skyline.

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