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The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Washington, DC

Showing times and prices for May 23

Cheapest price

€150

Average price

€273

Fastest journey

2 h 52 m

Average duration

2 h 56 m

Trains per day

Distance

328 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Washington, DC will cost around €273 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €150.

Fast trains

Of the 39 trains that leave New York, NY for Washington, DC on Fri, May 23, 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, May 23 the direct trains cover the 328 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .

On Fri, May 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.

181 Northeast Regional

05:45AM3h14

Penn Station, New York, NY

08:59AMUnion Station, Washington, DC

€1501One-way

0 transfers

111 Northeast Regional

04:50AM3h39

Penn Station, New York, NY

08:29AMUnion Station, Washington, DC

€1501One-way

0 transfers

151 Northeast Regional

04:09AM3h37

Penn Station, New York, NY

07:46AMUnion Station, Washington, DC

€1501One-way

0 transfers

65 Northeast Regional

11:23PM7h06

Penn Station, New York, NY

06:29AMUnion Station, Washington, DC

€1501One-way

0 transfers

51 Cardinal

06:40AM3h34

Penn Station, New York, NY

10:14AMUnion Station, Washington, DC

€1901One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Washington, DC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€106 Average price	€34 Average price Cheapest	€207 Average price
4h 5m Average duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 14m Average duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 29m Average duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions	1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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

Live departures

New York, NY to Washington, DC train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 23

Last updated at 4:08 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
151 Northeast Regional	8:09 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h37	11:46 AM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
111 Northeast Regional	8:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h39	12:29 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
2103 Acela	9:25 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h01	12:26 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
181 Northeast Regional	9:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h14	12:59 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
89 Palmetto	10:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h31	1:33 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
89 Palmetto · 51 Cardinal	10:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	4h12	2:14 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	1 transfer
2107 Acela	10:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h01	1:28 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
51 Cardinal	10:40 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h34	2:14 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
79 Carolinian	11:04 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h33	2:37 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
183 Northeast Regional	11:25 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h42	3:07 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
141 Northeast Regional	12:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h35	3:45 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
2151 Acela	1:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	2h55	3:55 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
185 Northeast Regional	1:25 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h33	4:58 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
2153 Acela	2:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	2h52	4:52 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
95 Northeast Regional	2:35 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h35	6:10 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
2155 Acela	3:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	2h55	5:55 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
119 Northeast Regional	3:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h31	6:33 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
125 Northeast Regional	3:35 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	3h35	7:10 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from New York, NY to Washington, DC?

The best time to book your train from New York, NY to Washington, DC is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the New York, NY to Washington, DC route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from New York, NY to Washington, DC per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from New York, NY to Washington, DC.

Trains

from €91

Buses

from €23

Flights

from €164

Journey information

Overview: Train from New York, NY to Washington, DC

USA

Trains from New York, NY to Washington, DC run on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €25

Distance

328 km

Average train duration

3h 35m

Cheapest ticket price

€29

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 1m

First train

09:09

Last train

23:06

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €25

Train companies: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela trains New York, NY to Washington, DC

For as little as €22 you can travel by train between New York, NY and Washington, DC with Amtrak and Amtrak Acela. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.

Amtrak is the main train provider in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey from New York, NY to Washington, DC.

Amtrak from New York, NY to Washington, DC train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 22 min
Cheapest Price: €22
Amtrak frequency: 15 a day

Amtrak Acela is a high-speed train service operated by Amtrak, the national rail operator of the United States. It operates along the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D. C. And Boston, Massachusetts, with stops in major cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, and New York City. The Acela Express is the fastest train in the Amtrak fleet, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph for your train to Washington, DC from New York, NY. It offers three classes of service: Business Class, Acela First Class, and Coach Class. Business Class offers comfortable seating, complimentary snacks and beverages, and access to the Quiet Car. Acela First Class offers larger seats, complimentary meals, and access to the Business Class Lounge. Coach Class offers comfortable seating and access to onboard Wi-Fi. All Acela trains offer power outlets and Wi-Fi access. The most popular routes for Amtrak Acela are Washington, D. C. To New York City, New York City to Boston, and Philadelphia to Washington, D. C.

Amtrak Acela from New York, NY to Washington, DC train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 46 min
Cheapest Price: €120
Amtrak Acela frequency: 9 a day

FAQs: Trains from New York, NY to Washington, DC

FAQs: Travel by train from New York, NY 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 York, NY to Washington, DC.

Cheap train tickets from New York, NY to Washington, DC can start from as little as €21 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for New York, NY to Washington, DC is €69; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from New York, NY to Washington, DC is 3 h 20 min to travel the 328 km long route, with around there are 35 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from New York, NY to Washington, DC leaves at 00: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from New York, NY to Washington, DC leaves at 23: 25.

Yes, it is possible to travel from New York, NY to Washington, DC without having to change trains with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. There are 35 direct trains from New York, NY to Washington, DC each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Washington, DC. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from New York, NY to Washington, DC.

When taking a train from New York, NY to Washington, DC, you can count on Amtrak or Amtrak Acela for the best way to get you to Washington, DC. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from New York, NY to Washington, DC and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 25.

A trip to Washington, DC from New York, NY is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from New York, NY to Washington, DC by train is August.

You have options as you can travel from New York, NY to Washington, DC 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from New York, NY to Washington, DC

New York

Washington

The major train station for departures in New York is Penn Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penn Station for your trip from New York to Washington.

Penn Station Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

351 West 31st Street, New York, NY 10001, United States

Phone Number

+1 212 6306401

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00

Distance to city center

4 km

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.

Lockers

Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.

Dining

Blue Bottle Coffee
Magnolia Bakery
Starbucks
The Pennsy Food Hall
Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
Penn & Sushi
Krispy Kreme Donuts
T.G.I. Friday's
NY Pizza Suprema
Blarney Stone
& many more

Accessibility

Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.

Hotel

The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street

Ticket Office

Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00

Information Desk

Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.

Public transit options for Penn Station

Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
Bus lines: M7, M20
Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK